In Texts We Trust: Rebuilding Security and Generating Revenue Via Messaging

In this recent MEF webinar, messaging innovator and MEF Global Board Member Dr. Marco Lafrentz talks with MEF CEO Dario Betti about powerful tools that can serve as the messaging ecosystem’s greatest allies in combatting fraud. Lafrentz, also VP of Business & Market Development at number intelligence as a service (NiaaS) solutions provider, netnumber, emphasized how the industry can more effectively monetize numbering and connectivity assets while delivering innovative services.
MEF CONNECTS ID & Data – in pictures

This week MEF was in back London for three days of MEF CONNECTS ID and Data – a unique gathering to discuss the latest developments in the fast moving world of digital identity and personal data management.
In addition to the main full day conference there were social networking and un-conference discussion events, so every attendee had plenty of time to immerse themselves fully in the expertise of our guest speakers and programme leads.
Cracking the Identity & Data Code: Embrace the Revolution

Michael Becker CEO of Identity Praxis, and MEF ID & Data Working Group Chair looks ahead to next week’s MEF CONNECTS ID & Data 2024 event which promises to provide a unique 360-degree view of the identity and data landscape through the eyes of government, business, academia, and the connected individual. Find out what will be on the agenda – you’re invited to the revolution!
Identity, Verification & Risk Analysis in Messaging: The REAL Story From Aegis Mobile’s Fireside Chat

In the vast digital ecosystem, where countless messages are exchanged every second, establishing trust and authenticity is more crucial than ever. Addressing this need, MEF hosted an insightful fireside chat that heated things up during the MEF CONNECTS Omnichannel event. This session, titled “Identity, Verification & Risk Analysis Unpacked – The REAL Story,” brought together industry experts to delve into the daunting yet achievable goal of verifying the authenticity of every entity within the messaging ecosystem.
MEFCast – Personal Data & Digital Identity and a New Path to Value

In this session, Ann Li will discuss JP Morgan’s Vision for the future of personal data and identity management and a new path to value. She will explore the importance of focusing on the individual and customer experience, how emerging decentralized technologies have the potential—when embraced strategically—to add significant commercial and operational value to a business, and ecosystem engagement strategies that courageous leaders can consider to meet the demands of our ever-evolving markets.
Organizational Identity: Combating Fraud and Building Trust in the Telecom Industry

Founder and CEO of MEF Member Numeracle Rebekah Johnson shares an overview of her presentation at the recent MEF CONNECTS Personal Data: ID & AUTH and outlines the thinking behind “organizational identity” or “Entity Identity”…
In the dynamic landscape of the telecom industry, the concept of organizational identity, which Numeracle has pioneered as “Entity Identity,” is gaining prominence.
MEF CONNECTS ID & AUTH: The Dawn of Personal & Organizational Identity

Michael Becker shares a comprehensive look back at MEF CONNECTS Personal Data: Identity & Auth, including his key highlights and takeaways. We had such a great experience at the MEF CONNECTS ID & AUTH: The Dawn of Personal & Organizational Identity hybrid event in London on May 25, 2023 (see the event pictures and on-demand videos). I am so grateful to all the people that participated. People from 48 countries participated
MEF CONNECTS India 2023 – CPaaS, Messaging, Voice, Mobile Identity, IoT and more

This Month, MEF hosted MEF CONNECTS India 2023, supported by Globe Teleservices where Members and guests gathered to discuss everything mobile in the unique Indian Market. GTS here share their takeaways as co-hosts of the well received event.
As a proud sponsor of the MEF CONNECTS India 2023, GTS a leading telecommunications solutions provider with a global presence had the privilege of engaging with players from the CPaaS, Messaging, Voice, Mobile Identity and IoT space.
Mobile Ecosystem Forum Board election results – identity and consumer trust are key priorities

This week, the Mobile Ecosystem Forum announced the results of its Board elections. The Board represents the diversity of businesses, regions, and markets of the mobile environment.
Elections have been taking place over the last two weeks and the results were announced at The Future of Mobile Summit at MWC in Barcelona.
The Future Is Here: Putting People in Control of Their Identity with Self-Sovereign Identity

Michael Becker Interviewed Drummond Reed, Chief Trust Officer at Evernym, an Avast company. They discussed the future of the personal data and identity marketplace.
In this marketplace, the data subject – you, me, the individual, private and public institutions – will soon be in control of their personal data and identity.