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Chris Drake, SVP at iconectiv, speaks on PR 360 about the evolving tactics of scammers in an AI-driven world. He covers key topics such as new regulations addressing robocalls, the increase in text fraud and how businesses can protect their digital identities.Learn more here.

SDxCentral recently featured STI-GA's renewed agreements with ATIS and iconectiv, spotlighting their essential roles in advancing the SHAKEN framework. These partnerships empower service providers to ensure Caller ID accuracy and offer a more reliable telecom experience for consumers. As illegal robocalling continues to challenge the industry, ATIS and iconectiv’s ongoing commitment to SHAKEN reinforces a secure, adaptable and consumer-focused approach to call authentication and trust in…

iconectiv has renewed its contract with the FCC to manage the Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS) Numbering Directory, a lifeline for millions who are hard of hearing or require speech assistance. This essential service enables seamless, accurately routed communications via landline and mobile phones, connecting individuals with family, friends, businesses and government agencies. As highlighted by Telecompaper, this renewal reinforces iconectiv’s commitment to accessible, reliable…

As election season approaches, fraudsters are using AI to create more convincing scams that target voters and donors. In the latest Technology Reseller Podcast recorded at MWC Las Vegas, iconectiv’s Senior Vice President of Business Development, Chris Drake, explains how AI-powered schemes deceive people with fake donation requests and voter registration appeals, stealing money and personal information. These politically motivated scams can also harm brand reputations and disrupt…

iconectiv’s partnership with Argentina’s Number Portability Committee provides companies access to crucial phone number portability data, enhancing fraud prevention and customer verification. Featured in Intelligent CIO, Peter Ford, Executive Vice President of iconectiv, emphasizes that businesses can now utilize accurate, continuously updated data from a trusted source to improve risk management and compliance. This initiative strengthens efforts to mitigate fraud and protect customer trust…

In a recent Data Center Dynamics piece, iconectiv’s Juan Carlos "JC" Ortiz highlights the immense revenue potential for data centers in the 5G era. To seize this opportunity, operators must align with mobile service providers by adopting common standards and frameworks. By "speaking the same language," data centers can improve connectivity, facilitate seamless 5G integration and open doors to new business ventures. As 5G drives digital transformation, those who adapt quickly will benefit from…

The telephone number has become a crucial digital identifier. In today’s digital-first world, phone numbers are the key to verifying identity, making them a prime target for fraudsters. In the VanillaPlus Issue 4, iconectiv’s David Wilson shares with George Malim of VanillaPlus how centralized number portability databases can protect phone numbers from fraud by enhancing security and providing seamless user transitions. Learn more here.