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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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With Voice and Messaging Communications, Trust is a Two-Way Street

iconectiv Senior Vice President George Cray Explores What’s Being Done to Help Businesses and Consumers Further Establish Trusted Communications What: The past few years have demonstrated just how much we depend on our mobile phones – for services, connection and convenience. As a result, digital transformation is gaining significant momentum, and identity verification is becoming more critical than ever. Businesses need to have trust in knowing who their customers are and consumers…
May 2, 2022
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Do You Take Calls from Numbers You Don’t Recognize? Odds Are, You Don’t

With Digital Transformation Taking Shape, iconectiv CTO Chris Drake Talks About What This Means for Businesses, and What’s Being Done to Further Build Consumer Trust in Voice and Messaging Communications What: In this day and age, where so many in-person interactions have been replaced with remote engagements, digital transformation has become fundamental. As a result, businesses and consumers are relying on their mobile devices more than ever – utilizing voice and text communications…
Apr 25, 2022
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How Service Providers are Weeding Out Illegal Robocalls, SMS Spam and Other Fraud Before It Reaches Consumers

Media Advisory iconectiv Telecom Fraud Expert David Estes Explores How the Industry is Restoring Consumer Trust in Voice Calls and Text Messages What: Each year, communications service providers (CSPs) worldwide lose over US$39 billion to fraud such as illegal robocalls, SMS phishing (“smishing”) and “wangiri” callback schemes, according to the Communications Fraud Control Association (CFCA) and analyst firms. This live-stream session explores how the industry is successfully thwarting…
Apr 22, 2022
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iconectiv Toll-Free-Number Expert Mike Gilbert Elected ATIS SNAC Co-Chair

What’s the News: As co-chair of the ATIS SMS/800 Number Administration Committee (SNAC), iconectiv Senior Account Director Mike Gilbert will oversee key toll-free number industry initiatives such as ensuring consumer trust in voice calls and text messaging. Why it Matters: Years of illegal robocalls, SMS spam and fraud have undermined consumer trust in voice calls and text messages, including those from toll-free numbers. Restoring trust is critical for service providers and all the…
Apr 21, 2022
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The Path to Trusted Voice Calls and Text Messages

Media Advisory iconectiv Senior Vice President George Cray Explores How the Momentum Behind STIR/SHAKEN and Registered Caller™ is Transforming the Industry  What: In an effort to stave off the more than 85 billion illegal robocalls placed each year, as well as SMS phishing (“smishing”) and other fraud, industry players have banded together to keep the voice and messaging ecosystem safe for consumers and attractive to businesses. The Secure Telephone Identity Revisited…
Apr 19, 2022
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Rich Call Data Helps Increase Call Answer Rates, Restores Consumer Trust

Media Advisory Business Value of Rich Call Data is Helping Increase Call Answer Rates, Restore Consumer Trust Verizon, T-Mobile, CTIA and iconectiv Discuss Best Practices During SIPNOC 2022 What: This year, consumers will lose $40 billion to fraudulent robocalls. The deluge of illegal robocalls also has conditioned 58% of consumers to answer calls only from numbers they recognize. This makes it difficult, expensive and sometimes impossible for hospitals, schools and other legitimate…
Mar 17, 2022
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Understanding How Service Providers and Regulators Can Prepare for SHAKEN’S Global Expansion at SIPNOC 2022

Media Advisory Microsoft, Bandwidth, ATIS and iconectiv Discuss Best Practices During SIPNOC 2022 What: With more than 85 billion spam phone calls placed globally each year costing trillions in lost business and productivity, keeping the voice ecosystem safe for consumers and attractive to business is an objective we all share. In the U.S., service providers and industry players have been focused on implementing solutions designed to ensure the integrity of communications networks and…
Mar 16, 2022