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Tower to the people: Peter Ford on how accurate network insights can transform rural broadband access
Unlock the secrets to bridging America’s rural digital divide with Peter Ford, EVP and Head of Information Solutions Business at iconectiv, in The CCA Voice Magazine as he uncovers how detailed data can optimize the use of federal funds and the pivotal role of leveraging precise network insights.
Aug 12, 2024
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Safeguarding your phone number: Chris Drake explains the growing cybercrime threat
In an era where data breaches are becoming increasingly common, the stakes have never been higher for individuals and businesses alike. Chris Drake, SVP at iconectiv, recently joined Matt Gephardt at KSL 5 TV to discuss the alarming rise in phone number hijacking and its devastating impact on Utah residents.
Aug 6, 2024
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Maximize Your Telecom Strategy: Common Language Reveals Critical Insights for BEAD Compliance
Tune in to Juan Carlos Ortiz, Principal-Corporate Business Development, and Mykola Konrad, Senior Vice President-Head of Product at iconectiv on the Tower Talks Podcast with Inside Towers. The pair discuss iconectiv® TruOps™ Common Language® codes and their benefits for the telecom industry.
Jul 23, 2024
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Authority Magazine: protect against malicious AI: Steve Tang of iconectiv on developing an effective security strategy
In this Q&A interview, Steve Tang, Executive Vice President, Chief Technology Officer and Head of Engineering at iconectiv, explores the role of digital identity in cybersecurity and how to protect against malicious AI.
Jul 18, 2024
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Forbes: Strength in Numbers: Maximizing AI’s Effectiveness Against Fraud
In this article, Peter Ford, EVP and Head of Information Solutions Business at iconectiv, discusses AI’s dual role in improving customer experiences and combating fraud. He highlights mobile numbers as key identifiers and the need for accurate phone data to prevent fraud.
Jul 2, 2024
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Telecom Reseller: AI has changed the telecom landscape, giving fraudsters the ability to clone voices and perpetrate robocall scams at scale
iconectiv’s SVP, Chris Drake, joins Doug Green at Telecom Reseller Podcast to discuss what services providers, regulators and telecom vendors are doing to protect the digital identities of people and businesses.
Jun 18, 2024
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Nilson Report: Telecom Data for Fraud Fighting from iconectiv
Organizations increasingly use mobile numbers as account identifiers due to their portability and reliability. iconectiv is a key provider of mobile and text data, aiding in account verification, fraud detection, and regulatory compliance across over 100 countries through API integrations.
May 31, 2024
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Media Contact:
Sharon Oddy
Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications
+1 732 699-5130
soddy@iconectiv.com
Sharon Oddy
Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications
+1 732 699-5130
soddy@iconectiv.com
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Today’s Digital Age Calls for Increased Protection of the Phone Number, says iconectiv
In the digital age, phone numbers have become essential components of identity verification. In their new market brief, iconectiv emphasizes the critical need to safeguard phone numbers, offering a digital identity portfolio that helps businesses strengthen security measures and streamline customer verification processes.
May 2, 2024
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The Path to 5G Profitability for Data Centers, Towers and Real Estate Companies
A new iconectiv white paper explores how data center operators and commercial real estate companies can use Common Language to build awareness of their fiber, interconnection and tower/site portfolios. iconectiv will showcase Common Language during Connect(X) 2024 in Atlanta on May 14.
Apr 30, 2024
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Upcoming Live Webinar Shines Light on Best Practices to Secure the Digital Identity
iconectiv’s Michael O’Brien will discuss the vital role of phone numbers in digital identity verification during the "Securing the Digital Frontier” webinar on April 23, 2024, at 10 a.m. ET. He will cover fraud prevention, regulatory compliance and ensuring trustworthy digital identity signals, highlighting the need for global collaboration.
Apr 23, 2024
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How Financial Service Companies Are Using Phone Number Data to Mitigate Fraud
iconectiv's recent case study demonstrates how financial institutions leverage numbering data to enhance security and combat fraud. By identifying recently ported phone numbers through iconectiv's data exchanges, companies can verify phone number accuracy, crucial for identification amidst rising mobile-focused fraud threats.
Apr 22, 2024
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The Common Language of Telecom Helps Rural Service Providers Close the Digital Divide
iconectiv’s case study highlights how rural service providers can use Common Language to efficiently evaluate network infrastructure, enabling faster and more affordable broadband expansion to tackle the persistent issue of limited internet access in rural areas, benefiting a wide range of service providers in rural America.
Apr 11, 2024
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UK Broadband Service Providers: Are You Ready for a New Switching Process?
iconectiv’s David Wilson will discuss how UK broadband service providers can prepare for the upcoming "One Touch Switch" deadline at the UKWISPA Members Meeting, addressing challenges and offering insights. His session will cover certification of Managed Access Providers, readiness factors, adherence to standards and best practices.
Mar 20, 2024
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iconectiv Recognized for Its Commitment to Simplifying Network Planning and Operational Efficiencies Across Telecom Ecosystem, and Its Support for Streamlining 5G Network Deployments
iconectiv's TruOps Common Language platform received six Merit Awards for Telecom and Wireless, recognizing its role in seamless interconnection among service providers and highlighting iconectiv's commitment to operational efficiency in the evolving 5G services landscape.
Feb 23, 2024
Speaking Engagements
David Estes
Principal Solutions Engineer
Dave Estes is a Principal Solutions Engineer on the iconectiv global sales team. He is responsible for providing technical subject matter expertise for iconectiv’s TruNumber platform, which provides accurate phone number data that operators need to offer seamless portability, detect and diagnose issues quickly, and help combat telephone fraud.
Dave is a wireless industry veteran and before joining iconectiv worked at T-Mobile USA and managed the Roaming Business Operations team, responsible for testing & launching roaming services, fraud, steering and inter-operator issues. Dave also worked at Syniverse Technologies where he held various management roles in Product Management, Account Management and Sales Engineering. Dave has extensive knowledge, experience and expertise in data clearing, financial clearing, fraud and roaming for telecom operators and has participated in many industry and user groups.
Dave holds a BA in business administration/marketing from the University of Puget Sound.
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Protect Your Customers from One-Ring Scams: Trusted Tools to Fight Fraud
During the panel session, “Protect Your Customers from One-Ring Scams: Trusted Tools to Fight Fraud,” iconectiv telecom fraud expert David Estes discussed how CSPs are upgrading their existing call-blocking analytics to identify calls from high-risk and unallocated number ranges and suspicious premium-rate numbers.