Monthly Archives: January, 2020
Iraq Regulator Bribed with Expensive London Homes Say Lawyers Working for Orange
Telco group Orange and logistics firm Agility owned 44% of Iraqi operator Korek until their shareholding was seized.
Restraining Orders for US Telcos that Spread Indian Robocall Frauds
The US Department of Justice is seeking to stop two VoIP carriers that provided a gateway for millions of scam calls.
$50mn SIM Swapper Targeted Blockchain Experts
18 year old Canadian Samy Bensaci is alleged to be part of a gang that focused on stealing from cryptocurrency investors.
Looking for Leaders Beyond Europe and North America
We optimize networks and revenues, but fail to optimize the value obtained from people who work in telco risk management.
FMS Vendors Must Also Collaborate in the Fight Against Fraud
Modifying fraud management systems to use APIs to pool intelligence will drive fraud out of our industry.
Cyber Expert Analyzes How to Steal Cryptocurrency with SIM Swaps
Hackers use SIM swaps as part of a process that also abuses the lax security of email providers and cryptocurrency wallets.
Wrong Person Pays Phone Bill for 5 Years; Actual User Now Complains about Backbill
The onus is always on telcos to check bills and payment, because customers cannot be relied upon to spot mistakes.
US Lawmakers Pressure Regulator about SIM Swaps
Senator Ron Wyden is once again seeking greater protection for phone users, but many of his arguments lack focus.
The Revenue Assurance Books Written by Computers
It costs USD995 to purchase an analysis of the revenue assurance market that you could have obtained by searching the web.
US Telcos Vulnerable to Prepaid SIM Swaps, Say Researchers
Princeton academics tested how little information was needed to persuade five US mobile telcos to execute a SIM swap.
Do You Want to Advertise on Commsrisk?
Vendors wanting to take part in the half-yearly auction for advertising spaces should submit their bids by 18th February.
UK Telco Fined for Overcharging Calls by Disabled Customers
The Post Office admitted that a special service for the disabled had been on the wrong tariff for five years.
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