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Insights from Scripps News: combating scams and protecting student digital identities

In a recent interview with Scripps News, iconectiv’s Chris Drake dives into the pressing issue of scams targeting students and the critical importance of safeguarding digital identities. Discover key insights from Drake on how these fraudulent activities are evolving.
Aug 21, 2024
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Technology Reseller: How towers and data centers can capitalize on 5G expansion

Join iconectiv’s Juan Carlos Ortiz, Principal for Corporate Business Development, as he sits down with Technology Reseller’s Doug Green to discuss how tower and data center operators can take full advantage of the opportunities arising from 5G expansion.
Aug 13, 2024
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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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Addressing the Financial and Reputational Impact of Trust in RCS Business-to-Consumer Messaging

Rich Business Messaging powered by Rich Communication Services (RCS) has the potential to create a relationship with consumers that are both virtual and uniquely personal, but for companies to realize the benefits, consumer trust must be inherent from the start. In this GSMA webinar, iconectiv’s Chief Product Officer Michael O’Brien will explore the positive financial and reputational impact that RCS can have on a company’s business messaging strategy.
Jan 11, 2021
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SIPNOC 2020 to Highlight Best Practices for Increasing Call Attestation Levels and Omnichannel Verification

In addition to weeding out illegal robocalls and spam, the STIR/SHAKEN framework can be leveraged to help restore call-answer rates for legitimate businesses. At SIPNOC 2020, iconectiv experts will join other industry leaders to provide actionable advice and best practices for enabling the highest level of caller verification and supporting the security of the next-generation of communications technology.
Dec 3, 2020
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Black Swan Telecom Journal Q&A Explores Growth Opportunities for Text-Enabled Toll-Free Numbers in North America

Texting has become the preferred form of communication among consumers, with 93 percent recognizing it as a trusted channel. In a recent interiew with iconectiv’s Senior Account Director Michael Gilbert, industry analyst and Black Swan Telecom Journal Editor Dan Baker discusses growth in text message engagement and how text-enabled toll-free phone numbers are creating an opportunity for businesses to boost brand reputation, improve customer service and tap into new revenue streams.
Nov 20, 2020
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GSMA Thrive North America Virtual Panel Addresses the Future of the RCS Business-to-Consumer Messaging

During GSMA Thrive North America’s virtual panel, RCS Live: The Rich Future of Business Messaging, iconectiv Senior Director of Product Management Cliff Holsenbeck will join a panel of industry experts to discuss the current state of RCS and lessons learned in other markets that can be applied in the U.S. This will include highlighting real-world results from live RCS campaigns; the commercial opportunities and market potential for the platform; the strategic vision for RCS and the importance of business verification to ensure consumer trust from day one.
Oct 29, 2020
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Learn Why Trust is Critical for the Success of Rich Business Messaging at PACE ACX Virtual 2020

Fortune 500 companies and some of the world’s biggest brands are currently exploring Rich Communication Services (RCS) to provide consumers with a deeper, more interactive experience than that offered by traditional SMS texting. At PACE ACX Virtual 2020, iconectiv CTO Chris Drake will describe how brand and logo verification and authentication can and must be part of the foundation for RCS, enabling legitimate businesses to protect their customer experience, reputation and bottom line.
Sep 28, 2020
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MEF Connects Virtual Panel to Address Securing the RCS Business-to-Consumer Messaging Experience

During MEF Connects: Rich Communications – The Future of Business Messaging virtual event, iconectiv’s Chief Technology Officer Chris Drake and Senior Director of Product Management Cliff Holsenbeck will join a panel of industry experts to discuss how verification and authentication can and must be the foundation for RCS, enabling legitimate businesses to protect their customer experience, reputation and bottom line.
Sep 28, 2020
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Enhancing Trust in Enterprise Communication at Enterprise Connect Virtual 2020

During Enterprise Connect Virtual 2020, iconectiv will host an exhibit to address new communication platforms, emerging technologies and their complexities, and the enablement of all communication channels that are central to enterprise communications and collaboration—from text to voice—to ensure each and every communication a business makes or receives is simple, seamless and secure. Visitors to iconectiv’s virtual booth will also be able to participate in three live presentations that will be held throughout the event.
Jul 28, 2020