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iconectiv Joins GSMA Open Gateway Initiative to Drive Secure, Scalable Digital Innovation

Inks MoU and Aligns with Leading Operators Representing Lion’s Share of Global Mobile Connections

BRIDGEWATER, NJ – May 28, 2025 – Underpinning its unwavering commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions for solving the global communications industry's most pressing challenges, iconectiv today announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in support of the GSMA Open Gateway Initiative. By joining this landmark collaboration, iconectiv becomes part of an elite global ecosystem of mobile communications service providers (CSPs) and technology leaders committed to unlocking new possibilities in secure communications, digital trust and rapid service innovation. By aligning with GSMA Open Gateway, iconectiv will further its mission of helping organizations grow and thrive by providing secure, scalable and interoperable services through a universal API framework.

GSMA Open Gateway is a global framework of common network APIs that simplifies access to mobile operator networks. By providing developers and cloud providers a single point of access to the world’s largest connectivity platform, GSMA Open Gateway accelerates service deployment and fosters innovation. It supports application portability and seamless user experiences, helping the telecom and tech industries fully realize the potential of 5G. With standardized open APIs, GSMA Open Gateway transforms how developers build and deliver services. To date, 73 mobile operator groups representing 284 networks and almost 80% of mobile connections worldwide have joined the initiative, alongside 43 channel partners.

“Joining the GSMA Open Gateway Initiative marks a pivotal step for iconectiv in our mission to simplify access to secure network services for developers and enterprises alike,” said Peter Ford, Executive Vice President, iconectiv. “Through this collaboration, we’re expanding the reach of our digital identity and anti-fraud solutions, while helping to shape a more open, interoperable and innovation-friendly telecom environment. We're excited to contribute to an ecosystem where businesses can build with greater confidence and speed.”

As a leader in trusted communications, iconectiv’s extensive experience in information services, digital identity and numbering intelligence enables its customers worldwide to confidently access and exchange information simply, seamlessly and securely. The company tackles everyday communications challenges with its TruNumber, TruOps and TruReach platforms. The TruNumber platform delivers trusted global numbering databases, intelligence and managed services to enhance call routing, prevent revenue leakage and combat fraud. TruOps ensures seamless collaboration across business units, partners and vendors by standardizing data, improving network planning and optimizing routing and rating. While TruReach restores trust in communications with solutions that simplify authentication and verification.

“Were delighted to welcome iconectiv to our GSMA Open Gateway channel partner community,” said Henry Calvert, Head of Networks at GSMA. “iconectiv’s anti-fraud and digital identity verification platforms have a strong track record in helping safeguard organizations and build digital trust. We look forward to working with them to grow the GSMA Open Gateway initiative and help enterprises benefit from the rich capabilities mobile networks can deliver.”

As iconectiv continues to expand its global footprint in communications, its partnership with the GSMA Open Gateway Initiative reinforces the company’s leadership in secure digital innovation and its dedication to driving open, interoperable ecosystems that shape the future of connectivity worldwide.