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What Every Small Service Provider Needs to Know About Mitigating Illegal Robocalls with SHAKEN

The Signature-based Handling of Asserted information using toKENs (SHAKEN) framework is a foundational element to help minimize the illegal robocalls, scams, and Caller ID spoofing that over 90 percent of U.S. adults say are “annoying” and “disruptive.” SHAKEN gives service providers the tools needed to sign and verify calling party information, which can help trace these calls and stop them at their source. It also makes it possible for consumers to know—before answering—that the calls they…
Aug 6, 2019
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ONAP Drops Dublin for 5G Network Automation, Adds Telco Deployments

The Open Networking Automation Platform (ONAP) issued Dublin, its fourth release, and provided new details about how more than 15 major carriers including AT&T, Verizon, Orange, China Mobile, Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone, and Swisscom are using the open source networking stack. “The key [with the Dublin release] is the commercialization and the fact that we continue to increase deployments with certain carriers and others are in [proof of concept],” said Catherine Lefevre, ONAP…
Jul 9, 2019
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ONAP checks into Dublin with fourth software release

LF Networking's Open Networking Automation Platform (ONAP) announced the availability of its fourth software release, which is called Dublin. The Dublin release includes updates to existing blueprints, such as 5G, virtual customer premise equipment (vCPE) and voice over LTE (VoLTE), as well as a new broadband blueprint that is being led by Swisscom. The Linux Foundation's Arpit Joshipura, general manager of networking, orchestration, edge, and IoT, said since the Casablanca software…
Jul 9, 2019
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Inside TruNumber Protect

iconectiv's Principal Solutions Engineer Director,  John Haraburda discusses the full impact of fraud on telecom networks and how a proactive solution can help you identify and prevent traffic from leaving the network.  
Jun 21, 2019
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Blocking Robocalls: 4 Things to Know as New Rules Take Effect

The Federal Communications Commission recently adopted rules that allow phone companies to block robocalls by default. But that won't bring immediate relief to your robocall headaches. The FCC rules give companies more freedom to block calls but doesn’t force them to do so. And there are many phone companies that aren’t yet prepared to deploy an important tool to tackle robocalls effectively—a call-authentication technology called STIR/SHAKEN. Read more.
Jun 20, 2019
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iconectiv takes leadership role in industry-wide initiative to stop illegal robocalls (SHAKEN)

iconectiv is pleased to be part of the industry-wide solution that will help mitigate illegal robocalls and give people confidence to actually answer a phone call again. Currently, 76% of calls are left unanswered when the call comes from an unidentified or unfamiliar number, which means that we are no longer answering many of the calls we want from schools, doctors, business associates and others because we fear that it’s a fake call. If they leave a message, we will return the call. This…
Jun 4, 2019
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Chairman Pai Statement on Latest Progress in Combatting Malicious Spoofing

30 May 2019 Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai today welcomed the latest step toward implementation of call authentication to combat malicious caller ID spoofing and unwanted robocalls. Earlier today, the Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS) announced its selection of iconectiv as policy administrator of the SHAKEN/STIR call authentication framework. Read more
May 30, 2019

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Telecom Industry Experts to Discuss Service Provider Transformation at NFV Workshop in Santiago, Chile

Bridgewater, N.J. – October 11, 2017 – Representatives of Chilean service providers and other telecom industry leaders will be participating in a collaborative workshop led by iconectiv, in Santiago, Chile tomorrow, Oct. 12, 2017.  Experts from iconectiv, an authoritative partner of the global communications industry connecting more than two billion people every day, will be on hand to discuss the current state of service provider transformation, including network function virtualization …
Oct 11, 2017
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iconectiv Emphasizes Need for IoT Interoperability for Reliable Functionality and Security at oneM2M Industry Day in India

Chris Drake, CTO of iconectiv, an authoritative partner of the global communications industry connecting more than two billion people every day, will participate in a panel discussing “The Role and Value Proposition of oneM2M in the IoT Standards Landscape” today during oneM2M Industry Day in Bangalore, India. Sharing the panel with executives from Qualcomm, Nokia, Huawei and C-DOT, Drake will emphasize the often overlooked need to adopt broad internet of things (IoT) interoperability and…
Sep 20, 2017
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iconectiv’s Natalie McNamer Appointed to Key Oversight Roles for Leading Communications Association

McNamer to lead two industry groups for ATIS involving international subscriber identities and numbering. Bridgewater, NJ – September 13, 2017– Demonstrating iconectiv’s continuing leadership in the global communications industry, Industry Relations Manager Natalie McNamer has been elected to leadership positions in two significant groups of the Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS), an influential standards body based in Washington D.C.  McNamer will become chair of…
Sep 13, 2017
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Fragmented IoT ecosystems are destined for connectivity, interoperability and security problems

Presentation spotlights grim future for disjointed IoT networks if no action is taken SAN FRANCISCO , CA – September 11, 2017 – The often overlooked need to adopt broad Internet of Things (IoT) interoperability and connectivity standards, will be highlighted by iconectiv CTO Chris Drake at the debut of GSMA’s Mobile World Congress Americas conference in San Francisco. CA, on Tuesday, Sept. 12. As the authoritative partner of the global communications industry, connecting more than two…
Sep 11, 2017
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Short Codes Get New Lease with Redesigned Website

WASHINGTON – The Short Code Registry today announced the official relaunch of its website, USShortCodes.com. Beyond the refreshed, modernized design, the Short Code Registry website’s enhanced navigation allows users to more easily access the information they need to execute a successful short code campaign:       •    Find a Code: Search for available short codes or get one recommended for you.       •    Campaign Types:…
Sep 7, 2017
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Amid TCPA Fines and Lawsuits, Discussion will Deliver Consumer Outreach Insights for Brands and Call Centers

Record-breaking multi-million dollar fines and legal settlements have led organizations of all sizes to rethink consumer outreach strategies and how best to navigate TCPA legal pitfalls.  BRIDGEWATER, N.J. – August 22, 2017 –  iconectiv, an authoritative partner of the global communications industry, connecting more than two billion people every day, is spearheading efforts to educate and advise brands, contact centers and businesses of all sizes on the severe legal vulnerabilities…
Aug 22, 2017
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Communications Association Intensifies Anti-fraud Efforts

Stephen Ornadel Elected to Board to address communications fraud that continues to plague residential and commercial customers and drive costs for carriers. Bridgewater, NJ – August 21, 2017 – iconectiv, an authoritative partner of the global communications industry, connecting more than two billion people every day, today announced that Stephen Ornadel, Director of Business Development EMEA, has been elected to the Communications Fraud Control Association (CFCA) Board of Directors. Ornadel…
Aug 21, 2017