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Connecting rural communities: iconectiv’s drive to expand broadband across America

Extending reliable, affordable broadband to the 42 million Americans in rural areas presents unique challenges—high infrastructure costs, low population density and difficult terrain. To address this, the Federal Government’s BEAD Program has allocated $42 billion to expand rural broadband access.In a recent podcast with Technology Reseller, iconectiv’s Juan Carlos “JC” Ortiz explains how iconectiv® Tru Ops® Common Language®, a standardized nomenclature, is helping service providers streamline…
Sep 26, 2024
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The Network Media Group: iconectiv's Bob Grant on BEAD Program strategies to bridge America's digital divide

During an exclusive panel hosted by The Network Media Group (NMG), iconectiv’s Bob Grant explores obstacles the BEAD program faces and shares insights on how it can effectively close the digital divide. He also discusses the critical role of iconectiv® TruOps® Common Language® in delivering broadband to the 42 million rural Americans who lack reliable internet access and streamlining network planning, expansion, and reporting to ensure infrastructure dollars are spent appropriately. Don’t…
Sep 5, 2024
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The Network Media Group: CTO Steve Tang on how 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is reshaping the future of connectivity for consumers and enterprises

As 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) gains momentum, it’s reshaping how consumers and businesses connect. In a panel hosted by The Network Media Group (NMG), iconectiv CTO Steve Tang explores how FWA is driving network expansion, supported by advancements in 5G and federal programs like BEAD and RDOF. With FWA offering rapid deployment, cost savings and the ability to extend high-speed internet to underserved areas, Tang highlights how iconectiv® TruOps® Common Language® codes streamline equipment…
Sep 5, 2024
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Insights from Scripps News: combating scams and protecting student digital identities

In a discussion with Scripps News, Chris Drake, SVP of Corporate and Business Development at iconectiv, addresses the alarming rise of scams targeting students and the broader implications for digital identity security. As educational institutions and young individuals increasingly rely on digital platforms, the threat of identity fraud and scams has never been more significant."Students are particularly vulnerable because they often lack the experience or resources to recognize and counteract…
Aug 21, 2024
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Technology Reseller: How towers and data centers can capitalize on 5G expansion

Juan Carlos Ortiz, Principal for Corporate Business Development at iconectiv, explains the prime position tower and data center operators are in to capitalize on 5G wireless expansion and how Common Language contributes to capitalizing on this opportunity.Learn more here.
Aug 13, 2024
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Tower to the people: Peter Ford on how accurate network insights can transform rural broadband access

In a recent feature by The Competitive Carriers Association (CCA) Voice Magazine, iconectiv’s Executive Vice President, Peter Ford, sheds light on the transformative potential of accurate network insights in addressing the digital divide that plagues rural America. With over 42 million rural Americans lacking broadband access and billions of dollars allocated through programs like BEAD, bridging this gap has never been more critical. Ford emphasizes the importance of granular network…
Aug 12, 2024
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Safeguarding your phone number: Chris Drake explains the growing cybercrime threat

iconectiv’s Senior Vice President, Chris Drake, discusses how cybercriminals exploit compromised data to gain illicit access to personal information, leaving victims vulnerable to identity theft, financial loss and privacy invasions. Chris shared expert insights on the evolving tactics of cyber threats and the proactive measures necessary to safeguard against them. Read the full interview here. 
Aug 6, 2024

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iconectiv Shines Light on How Restoring Trust in Phone Calls and Text is Key for Digital Transformation

What’s the News: At MWC Barcelona 2022, iconectiv will share examples of successful industry initiatives and technologies that are restoring consumer trust in voice calls and text messaging, which is paramount to helping ensure the success of enterprise digital transformation. Why it Matters: Rebuilding consumer trust in voice calls and text messages — after years of being undermined by illegal robocalls, SMS spam and fraud — is critical to the mobile ecosystem and all the retailers,…
Feb 23, 2022
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Fraud is Big Business and Companies are Fighting Back

iconectiv to Share Insights on Combatting the Rise of Scam Attacks During FinTech Summit – The Token Economy at MWC Barcelona 2022 What: 57% of consumers say they now prefer online banking to traditional branch banking, and 55% prefer using mobile banking apps to stay on top of their finances, all according to the World Retail Banking Report. And, with contactless payments expected to continue rising worldwide to reach an over $1.6 trillion transaction value by 2024, according to data…
Feb 16, 2022
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Registered Caller Helps Maximize Call Answer Rates for Businesses

Proof-of-concept trial with Verizon and Metaswitch highlights Registered Caller’s ability to successfully authenticate legitimate enterprise calls and mitigate spam and robocalls What’s the News: A Registered Caller proof-of-concept trial with Verizon and Metaswitch successfully showed that valid enterprise calls were fully authenticated, shared and broadcasted for optimal call delivery to improve the call answer rate.   Why it Matters: Spam and illegal robocalls have caused…
Jan 25, 2022
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U.S. Federal Agencies Can Quickly and Accurately Compare Telecom Providers Before Ordering Services Through the GSA

Media Advisory U.S. Federal Agencies Can Quickly and Accurately Compare Telecom Providers Before Ordering Services Through the GSA What: It is time consuming for federal agencies to research and compare dozens of telecom service providers. That’s why the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) created the Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) program, which provides agencies with a single, convenient resource for quickly identifying their options. This enables federal agencies to…
Jan 20, 2022
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A Single Fraudulent Call Cost A Major Retailer $400,000. Here’s What It Did Next.

What’s the News: A customer service callback feature that gives consumers the option to no longer remain on hold has become a target for telephone fraud—resulting in a major retailer getting charged $400K for just one phone call.   Why it Matters: Retailers and other businesses lose an average of $1.82 billion annually to callback fraud, according to the Communications Fraud Control Association. That could be a conservative estimate, considering that many businesses don’t publicly…
Jan 13, 2022
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MNP Interconnection Telecom Solutions India Passes 300 Million Ported Numbers Milestone

Since 2011, the iconectiv subsidiary has played a key role in transforming India’s telecom market into one of the world’s most competitive by giving consumers and businesses the freedom to choose. What’s the News: MNP Interconnection Telecom Solutions India (MITS), an iconectiv subsidiary, has passed a major milestone having processed 300 million port requests out of a total 575 million subscribers in Zone 2.  Why it Matters: Mobile number porting frees India’s consumers and…
Jan 4, 2022
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AT&T and iconectiv Examine Foundational Ways to Monetize And Operationalize 5G Deployments And Services

Media Advisory Panel discusses the critical role that software and data management plays in accelerating 5G rollouts What: Multi-access edge computing, software-defined virtualized network functions and 5G technology give service providers powerful new ways to maximize scalability, flexibility and efficiency while enabling new services and revenue streams. Service providers are completely recalibrating transport in order to deliver enhanced performance, priorities, privacy, security and…
Dec 1, 2021