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solving problems, billions of connections at a time
Communication is our lifeblood. It’s what makes the world run and gives our lives meaning. Though technology evolves, the need to connect never changes. While technological advances make communications simpler and more ubiquitous, interconnecting it across the infrastructure and delivering it to the right person is enormously complex. Efficiently interconnecting disparate applications, networks and devices is critical in a world without boundaries. A world where accessing and exchanging information anywhere, anytime is simple, seamless and secure. That’s what iconectiv does better than anyone. See how our platforms can help you address the communication challenges you face every day.
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how we enable trusted digital identity
With digital transformation impacting almost all facets of people’s personal and professional lives, protecting the digital identity of consumers and businesses is of utmost importance. While an individual’s digital identity is comprised of several data points, the phone number has quickly emerged as the key personal identifier globally.
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trusted switching in the UK
As a Managed Access Provider, we provide the critical link between the internal operations of Communications Providers (CPs) and the TOTSCo One Touch Switch Hub. Our Managed Access Gateway (MAG) simplifies and expedites the entire switching process by providing real-time coordination between gaining and losing broadband services providers.
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join the mission
In a world where trust is fragile, identity is priceless and fraud lurks in darkness, the highly intelligent iconectiv Operativ Task Force uses industry know-how and unparalleled problem-solving to conquer real-world communications challenges simply, seamlessly and securely. Take a look at the missions they have already solved.
iconectiv's solutions
With digital transformation impacting almost all facets of people’s personal and professional lives, our solutions help support the protection of digital identities, especially emphasizing the significance of phone numbers in global identification. iconectiv offers robust infrastructure and fraud prevention measures to ensure operational continuity and regulatory compliance. By providing efficient access to reliable systems and processes, iconectiv aids businesses in optimizing operational efficiencies, improving network planning and maximizing revenue impact.
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iconectiv news
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Forbes: Strength In Numbers: Safeguarding MMS, SMS And RCS From Fraud And Spam
In a Forbes Technology Council article, Peter Ford, Executive Vice President of iconectiv, examines the growing threat of fraud and spam in messaging channels like SMS, MMS and RCS. With messaging serving as a vital communication tool for businesses and consumers alike, maintaining trust is essential. Ford discusses how industry-wide solutions—such as STIR/SHAKEN for phone calls and GSMA’s Verified Sender initiative for RCS—are key to preventing fraud. By learning from past scams and implementing stronger authentication measures, carriers, regulators and businesses can work together to ensure messaging remains a secure and trusted channel for communication.Read the full article here.
Mar 4, 2025
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AZFamily (CBS Phoenix): Scammers Taking Advantage of AI
In a live interview with AZFamily (CBS Phoenix), Chris Drake, Senior VP at iconectiv, explained how scammers are using AI to bypass two-factor authentication, hijack phone numbers and create deep fakes. He discussed the growing risks of AI-driven fraud and provides actionable tips to protect personal data. Drake recommends logging out of accounts after inactivity, freezing credit to safeguard against identity theft and setting up a family "safe word" to prevent falling victim to urgent fraudulent requests. These steps can help individuals stay one step ahead of increasingly sophisticated scams.
Feb 26, 2025
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VanillaPlus: Enhance global security by using phone number data to counteract fraud
Financial services companies are constantly battling fraud, with nearly half of all scams originating from phone calls and texts. With mobile phones becoming the primary source of identity for billions, phone numbers have emerged as the most reliable digital identity signal.In VanillaPlus Issue 1 2025 (pg. 12-13), iconectiv discusses how its Digital Identity solution provides real-time, port-corrected phone number data to enhance security. This authoritative data helps financial institutions mitigate fraud, reduce false verifications and streamline identity verification processes globally.By integrating iconectiv’s trusted intelligence, businesses can strengthen fraud prevention strategies, improve risk assessment and safeguard their customers.Read the full article here.
Feb 27, 2025
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Going on the offense at MWC Barcelona 2025: tackling fintech fraud in an AI and mobile-first era
iconectiv Joins Expert Panel to Explore How Cross-Border Call Authentication, Industry Collaboration and New Technologies Are Allies in the Fight Against Worldwide Scam ActivityWhat: During a MWC Barcelona 2025 panel session, titled "Collaborating to Fight Back Against the Global Scam Threat,” Michael O’Brien, Executive Vice President, iconectiv, joins top voices in mobile and fintech to tackle the $3 trillion global scam economy fueling organized crime. O’Brien, who brings deep expertise to the frontlines of defending consumers and businesses against this escalating threat, will explore strategies to combat call fraud and spoofing, including the implementation of standards-based regulatory frameworks, cross-border call authentication solutions, AI and other topics.Why: Fraud…
Feb 27, 2025
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The Fast Mode: protecting telecom from AI scams with authoritative numbering intelligence
An article in The Fast Mode by iconectiv’s Steve Tang explores how AI-driven scams, like voice deepfakes, are making fraud harder to detect. To combat this, telcos are using authoritative numbering intelligence to verify digital identities and block fraudulent calls and messages. By integrating accurate, up-to-date numbering data into AI security solutions, telecom providers can better protect customers and strengthen trust in their networks.Read the full article here.
Feb 25, 2025
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iconectiv - the LNPA for the United States
As the Local Number Portability Administrator (LNPA) for the United States, iconectiv manages the nation’s Number Portability Administration Center (NPAC). The largest system of databases of ported phone numbers in the world, the U.S. NPAC includes more than 500 million phone numbers for ~1600 service providers, service bureaus and providers of telecom-related services.
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