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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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Rise of Anti-Spamming and Authentication Takes Center Stage at Upcoming Conference

iconectiv will discuss the industry’s approach to stop illegal robocalls at Twilio’s conference.
Aug 5, 2019
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STI-GA Call for Certificate Authorities

Implementation of STIR/SHAKEN is a critical mission in the fight against illegal robocalls and caller ID spoofing. The Secure Telephone Identity Governance Authority (STI-GA) manages the rollout of this solution and is seeking interest from organizations that would like to serve as STI Certificate Authorities (CAs).
Jul 9, 2019
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Mitigating Illegal Robocalling Advances with Secure Telephone Identity Governance Authority Board’s Selection of iconectiv as Policy Administrator

The Secure Telephone Identity Governance Authority (STI-GA), operating under the auspices of ATIS, announced the selection of iconectiv as the U.S. STI Policy Administrator (STI-PA), a critical role in industry efforts to mitigate illegal robocalling. As the STI-PA, iconectiv will apply and enforce the rules as defined by the STI-GA to operationalize the SHAKEN framework. With this selection, the STI-GA has completed the initial establishment of the STI-GA ecosystem as contemplated by the FCC’s North American Numbering Council (NANC) Call Authentication Trust Anchor Working Group.
May 30, 2019
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iconectiv steps up efforts to fight $30 billion global telecoms fraud

iconectiv joins industry steering group to help shape and lead coordinated effort to stop new attacks and criminal activity
May 29, 2019
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Ever-growing complexity of telecom fraud and its ripple effect

New market brief provides tips to stay one step ahead of the fraudsters
May 16, 2019
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Innovation in spectrum allocation key to unlocking full 5G potential

Businesses and large venues can all play key role Consumer choice, business opportunity and increased capacity among key benefits
May 13, 2019
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Number Portability Continues to Drive Convenience, Competition in Greece

iconectiv extends contract with EETT to deliver reliable number portability to mobile users in Greece
Apr 23, 2019