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CommioCastAddressing Spam and Restoring Trust in Caller IDThis CommioCast episode highlights the significant negative impact of spam and fraudulent calls on customer trust and engagement. The deluge of unwanted calls has led consumers to distrust unknown numbers, making it increasingly difficult for legitimate businesses to reach their customers. Numeracle statistics emphasize the importance of accurate and verified caller ID. Commio's SignatureCalling™, based on Branded Calling ID™ technology and leveraging the STIR/SHAKEN framework, is presented as a solution to restore trust, protect businesses from impersonation, and improve call answer rates by providing a reliable way for consumers to identify legitimate call...2025-05-1411 min
The Future of IdentityRebekah Johnson - Building a Business Identity Ecosystem at NumeracleOn today’s episode we spoke to Rebekah Johnson, Founder & CEO of Numeracle. This was a fascinating conversation about Rebekah’s journey starting Numeracle in 2016 to bring trust back to business communications by tackling robocalling and spam in the telecom ecosystem.We talk about how Numeracle became an early identity issuer in telecom through the implementation of STIR/SHAKEN protocols which have now rolled out to subscribers of carriers like T-Mobile and how she overcame the classic chicken-and-egg problem of launching before carriers were ready. We also discuss how the business identity ecosystem compares to consumer digital iden...2025-05-0745 min
Telecoms.com PodcastMWC25 SpecialAn attempt to feature five guests resulted in possibly the most chaotic version of the podcast ever. The first two guests were analyst Paolo Pescatore and Danielle Rios, CEO of Totogi, who brought along a cocktail crew to make sure things go smoothly. They eventually made way for Sylwia Kechiche of Opensignal and Mark Giles from Ookla and we even managed to fit in pod favourite Mary Clark of Numeracle at the end. They tried, and failed, to avoid talking about geopolitics and the AI dystopia, but plenty of telecoms was covered too.2025-03-071h 09CommioCastBranded Calling: The New Tool for Brands You Aren't UsingBranded calling, what is it, and how does it work? The goal is to use it to restore trust in cloud communications by verifying caller identity and preventing fraudulent spoofing. This technology, utilizing Numeracle’s Verified Identity framework, cryptographically protects calls and ensures universal reach across major U.S. carriers. The result? Increase answer rates, reduce fraud losses, and enhance the customer experience by providing recognizable and trusted call information, like a verified name, logo, and reason for calling. Examples given highlight applications such as banks verifying transactions and airlines providing flight updates. Commio aims to empower businesses with to...2025-03-0409 min
Of Consuming InterestWhen your phone rings, how do you know who’s calling?Host Shirley Rooker speaks with Sarah Delphey, vice president of trust solutions at Numeracle, to discuss the importance of authenticating the origin of phone calls. Delphey talks about the way technology is being used to stop the people from receiving calls from scammers while allowing legitimate calls to get through to consumers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-03-0125 minCommioCastWhat is SignatureCalling™? Verified Caller ID & Restoring Customer TrustCommio, the uniquely customizable communications API platform that makes it easy to deliver integrated voice and messaging conversations, and Numeracle™ Inc. (“Numeracle”), the pioneer of Verified Identity and Entity Identity Management™ for communications, have announced a new partnership to deliver branded calling for Commio’s enterprise customers. Both Numeracle and Commio are Authorized Partners in the Branded Calling ID (BCID™) ecosystem, an industry-led, standards-based initiative that focuses on delivering secure, trusted caller identification for businesses and their customers. Through the partnership, Numeracle will fulfill the BCID ecosystem’s Onboarding and Vetting functions, delivered through its Secure Verified Identity Presen...2025-02-2610 min
Tech Scenes with Jeff James MartinTech Scenes Unplugged with Rebekah Johnson, Founder and CEO of NumeracleIn this episode of Tech Scenes Unplugged, Jeff Martin sits down with Rebekah Johnson, Founder and CEO of Numeracle, a company dedicated to restoring trust and transparency in voice communications. Rebekah shares her inspiring journey as a female founder navigating challenges, truth, and the complexities of creating a pioneering technology. Numeracle’s mission focuses on solving issues related to robocalls, spoofing, and call verification, ensuring businesses can communicate effectively and maintain trust with their customers.
The conversation explores the evolution of Numeracle’s solutions, the importance of educating the market, and the financial and oper...2025-01-0240 minOf Consuming InterestWhen your phone rings, how do you know who’s calling?Host Shirley Rooker speaks with Sarah Delphey, vice president of trust solutions at Numeracle, to discuss the importance of authenticating the origin of phone calls. Delphey talks about the way technology is being used to stop the people from receiving calls from scammers while allowing legitimate calls to get through to consumers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-11-0925 min
Telecoms.com PodcastNumeracle, APIs and Vodafone/ThreeThe pod was delighted to welcome back GOAT guest Mary Clark this week. Mary is now the President and COO of caller ID startup Numeracle, so they start by hearing all about her new gig. They move on to discuss the latest attempt to catalyse the network API market, featuring Ericsson and a bunch of operators, before concluding with a look at what concessions Vodafone and Three could offer to get their proposed merger approved.2024-09-161h 54
Tuesday TalksThen, Now, and Next: A Look Back at 2023 and Predictions for 2024 The Season 3 finale of the Tuesday Talks live Podcast joins all 5 hosts, Rebekah Johnson, Anis Jaffer, Sarah Delphey, Pierce Gorman, and Brett Nemeroff, as they shed light on the key milestones and challenges of the past year and forecast what 2024 might have in store. From regulatory changes to technological innovations, we cover the aspects that shaped the telecom landscape in 2023 and how we can continue to move toward a more trusted ecosystem in 2024.2024-02-1631 min
Tuesday TalksGone Phishing: A Research-Based Exploration of SMS Phishing with Dr. Brad ReavesSMS Phishing, or Smishing, scams are on the rise, and they're more sophisticated than ever. Fraudsters are exploiting consumer trust, posing as businesses to steal sensitive data. Dr. Brad Reaves, Associate Professor and expert in privacy and security at North Carolina State University (NCSU) shares insights from his latest research, giving you the tools you need to understand and defend against SMS Phishing threats.2023-11-0731 min
Tuesday TalksReputation Management Myth BustersDo you believe all newly procured numbers are equal? That following best practices alone can fix your labeling problem? Or that all Reputation Management Solution providers use the same monitoring and spam prevention processes? Get ready to debunk these misconceptions and more in this unfiltered episode of Tuesday Talks! Join our experts, Numeracle's Director of Client Engagement - KYC, Natalie Laferriere, and Marketing Coordinator, Sarah Blantz, as they break down common Number Reputation Management myths and reveal the reality behind these notions.2023-10-3032 min
Tuesday TalksThe Dos and Don'ts of Branded Calling for EnterprisesJourney with Anis Jaffer, Numeracle's Chief Product Officer, and Ed Olepa, Sr. Call Center Business Analyst at Rocket Central, as they address misconceptions, discuss effective strategies, and explore the impact of Branded Calling on contact rates with insights from Rocket Central. From revealing the realities of spam labeling to providing practical tips on reputation management, this episode offers a comprehensive take on optimizing call branding efforts. Listen now and raise your enterprise to new heights!2023-10-3031 min
Tuesday TalksSIPNOC 2023: Highlights, Insights, and Innovations Co-hosts Pierce Gorman, Distinguished Member of the Technical Staff, and Keith Buell, General Counsel & Head of Global Public Policy at Numeracle, team up for a comprehensive recap of SIPNOC 2023: "Focus on the Call and Text Authentication Ecosystem." Together, they take you on a journey, encapsulating all the pivotal discussions, groundbreaking innovations, and key advancements that are set to transform the future of secure telephony. Pierce and Keith dissect the most insightful sessions, share their personal highlights, and discuss the implications of these developments for businesses and consumers alike.2023-10-1031 min
Tuesday TalksWho's Calling? An Examination of CNAM and Caller IDIn-house industry experts, Brett Nemeroff & Pierce Gorman, delve into the intricate world of CNAM and caller ID. In this episode, they trace the evolution of caller ID technology and discuss why it no longer reliably informs us about the source of a call. Explore why this has become one of the most misunderstood technologies in the telecom space, and what can be done to remedy this confusion. Additionally we envision the future of phone calls and the telecom industry, focusing on how to advance with integrity and expertise. Listen now for insights that transcend numbers, providing a holistic understanding of...2023-10-0330 min
Tuesday TalksTrust Unveiled: Digital Trust vs. Zero TrustDive into the intriguing world of Zero Trust and Digital Trust with Rebekah Johnson and Dean Coclin, Sr. Director of Business Development and Trust Specialist at DigiCert! Experience the thrilling surge in the adoption of the Zero Trust approach and dive into a discussion that underscores the vital need for a global agreement on trust standards. From the validation of identities in online transactions and emails to a riveting exploration of the Federal Government's push for a Zero-Trust Architecture, we're shedding light on a more secure future!2023-08-3130 min
Tuesday TalksTelecom Trust TransformationNumeracle's Founder & CEO Rebekah Johnson is joined by the Founder & CEO of Gated Networks, Douglas Ranalli as they delve into the telecom trust transformation! Through tech innovations and regulatory insights, we uncover both the costs and the enduring rewards of a reliable communication ecosystem.2023-08-1526 min
Tuesday TalksState of the Reputation Management LandscapeNumeracle's VP of Marketing & Communications, Molly Weis, and VP of Business Development, Alexander Carter, delve into the rapidly evolving landscape of reputation management and provide actionable strategies that you can implement immediately to proactively manage your number reputation and navigate the challenges presented by call blocking and labeling!2023-07-1827 min
Tuesday TalksPart 2: Defining & Discussing 3rd-Party Call SigningNumeracle's Distinguished Member of the Technical Staff, Pierce Gorman, is back with VP of Engineering - Voice, Brett Nemeroff, and Chief Product Officer, Anis Jaffer, to continue their discussion on 3rd-party call signing and the 6th Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking.To read the 6th Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, visit docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-391238A1.pdfMentioned Content: Sixth Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed RulemakingHosted SHAKENCarrier SHAKENSHAKEN softwareSTIR/SHAKENSoftware as a Service (SaaS)SIPOriginating Service Provider (OSP)Know Your Customer (KYC)Pitfalls of third-party authenticationAttestation levelsSpam labelsRobocall...2023-06-2633 minOf Consuming InterestWhen your phone rings, how do you know who’s calling?Host Shirley Rooker speaks with Sarah Delphey, vice president of trust solutions at Numeracle, to discuss the importance of authenticating the origin of phone calls. Delphey talks about the way technology is being used to stop the people from receiving calls from scammers while allowing legitimate calls to get through to consumers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-06-2424 min
Tuesday TalksDefining & Discussing 3rd-Party Call SigningNumeracle's Distinguished Member of the Technical Staff, Pierce Gorman, and VP of Engineering - Voice, Brett Nemeroff, chat about the 6th Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM) related to call authentication and the intricacies of 3rd-party call signing.To read the 6th Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, visit docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-391238A1.pdfMentioned Content: - 6th Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking - Call spoofing - STIR/SHAKEN - Attestation - Call Authentication - Entity Identity - 3rd-Party Call Signing - ATIS - KYC - TRACED...2023-06-0930 min
Tuesday TalksNavigating the Contact Center Landscape: Best Dialing Practices & Compliance for All Call TypesStrategies for Successful Dialing in an Evolving Regulatory EcosystemFor a deeper dive into this topic, download the playback of their joint Master Class here: https://www.numeracle.com/master-classes/best-practices-for-dialing-strategies-contact-strategy-campaign For the visual aid on risk mitigation, click here: https://www.numeracle.com/tuesday-talks/navigating-the-contact-center-landscape-best-dialing-practices-compliance-for-all-call-typesMentioned Content:Risk Mitigation Best PracticesBranded Calling Implementation, Use Cases, & ROI metricCaller ID presentationSpam LabelingNet Promoter ScoreCustomer and Agent Satisfaction2023-05-2632 min
Tuesday TalksRobocall Regulations: Ofcom vs. FCCA Cross-Atlantic Comparison of Consumer Protection MeasuresMentioned ContentOfcom and FCCRobocallsCall blocking & labelingEntity Identity ManagementSTIR/SHAKENVoIPSIP (Session Initiation Protocol)TRACED ActCalling Line Identification (CLI) AuthenticationAI and Voice Simulation ScamsKnow Your Customer (KYC)Branded calling2023-05-1229 min
Tuesday TalksIdentity in Focus: The Launch of Season 3 What's New? What's Next? Catching Up and Looking AheadMentioned ContentBranded Calling & CNAM10DLCIdentityVoice simulation scam callsKnow Your Customer (KYC) & Know Your VetterProject Point of No Entry (PoNE)Know Your Upstream ProviderDelegate CertificatesRobocall Mitigation Database (RMD)STIR/SHAKENNIST Standard 800-63Zero Trust Architecture2023-04-2728 min
She's That Founder: Business Strategy, Time Management and AI Magic for Impactful Female Leaders021 | How Courage Can Lead You To Your Purpose As A Female Leader with Rebekah JohnsonSend us a textImagine excelling at your job, finding your voice, and asking for a promotion, only to be fired as you file for divorce. Most of us would settle into the couch with a pint of Ben and Jerry's and never get up again. Instead, my good woman, Rebekah Johnson, launched a business and became an industry pioneer. Rebekah is the founder and CEO of Numeracle, a leading expert in the telecom industry for establishing enterprise identity using their proprietary Entity Identity Management Platform™. With over ten years of regulatory government and compliance expe...2023-02-2151 minOf Consuming InterestWhen your phone rings, how do you know who’s calling?Host Shirley Rooker speaks with Sarah Delphey, vice president of trust solutions at Numeracle, to discuss the importance of authenticating the origin of phone calls. Delphey talks about the way technology is being used to stop the people from receiving calls from scammers while allowing legitimate calls to get through to consumers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-02-1824 min
Bootstrapped : The Lighter Side - The Podcast For B2B SaaS FoundersRebekah Johnson from Numeracle, the entity identity management solution.Host Melissa Widner, CEO of Lighter Capital, is joined by Rebekah Johnson from Numeracle, the identity management solution, to tell her story of how she grew her startup using a combination of her personal savings and non-dilutive funding.2023-02-1325 min
Tuesday TalksSeason Finale: Predictions on the Delivery of Identity in 2023Looking to the Future through a Retrospective of Season 2 It's the last session of Season 2! Rebekah and Anis close out this spectacular season, filled with so many expert guests and some new expert hosts! Together, they reflect on our conversations this season and close the year out with some trends and predictions for the future of delivering identity in 2023.2022-12-2231 min
Tuesday TalksTwitter Misses the Mark on Identity VerificationHow the New Pay-for-Verification Model leads to more Identity Fraud and DistrustAs the leaders for identity verification in the communications ecosystem, we take a hard look at the changes being made by Elon Musk at Twitter in this week’s episode. With the new pay-for-verification model of the blue checkmark, Rebekah and Anis discuss how it’s not just the content we can’t trust but the identity behind the source of information itself. They discuss the rampant fraud seen on the platform since the changes and what this could mean for the future of identity presen...2022-11-2829 min
Tuesday Talks(Illegal) Robocalls Aren't SpecialSecurity and Fraud Mitigation to Combat Illegal CallsNumeracle’s VP of Trust Solutions, Sarah Delphey, was joined by Bradley Reaves, Assistant Professor of Computer Science at North Carolina State University, to discuss how the history and lessons learned from academia and other industries can help illuminate solutions for combatting illegal calls and achieving call authentication.Mentioned ContentFraud, security, and authenticationInternet versus Telco processesCentralized versus Decentralized Authentication solutionsSTIR/SHAKEN call authentication (for IP and non-IP)Lessons learned from Academia2022-11-1532 min
Tuesday TalksThe Recent Moves on MessagingThe future of identity and authentication in the messaging channelRebekah and Anis are back to discuss the recent events impacting the messaging channel, including the FCC's recent NPRM on blocking illegal robotexts, and how they predict trusted identity and authentication in the messaging channel can be achieved.2022-10-1831 min
Tuesday TalksThe New STIR/SHAKEN FrontierHow to Authenticate Callers Before a Call is PlacedPierce Gorman continues as our host, this time welcoming Numeracle's VP of Trust Solutions, Sarah Delphey, to report on the status of STIR/SHAKEN and explore the next enhancements, versions, challenges, and solutions that still need to be tackled alongside some regulatory commentary.Mentioned Content STIR/SHAKEN Call Authentication & Call Signing Industry Traceback Group & Traceback ProceduresKnow Your Customer (KYC) Customer Due DiligenceRobocalls Caller IdentityRich Call Data (RCD) versus Delegate...2022-10-0331 min
Tuesday TalksGlobal Call Authentication Domination: Part IIIInternational Involvement: The Intersection Between Domestic and Foreign Voice Service ProvidersPart III of our series on Call Authentication Domination has a new twist: a third expert guest speaker! Jim McEachern, Robocall and SHAKEN expert and consultant and Member of the Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS) joins host Pierce Gorman of Numeracle's Technical Staff, and returning guest Eric Priezkalns, Chief Executive of the Risk and Assurance Group and Editor of Commsrisk.com to continue the conversation on international call authentication with a focus on the intersection between domestic and foreign voice service providers.Mentioned...2022-09-2031 min
Tuesday TalksGlobal Call Authentication Domination: Part IICall Signing with Rich Call Data (RCD) and Exposing Potential Gaps in Delegate CertificatesEric Priezkalns, Chief Executive Officer of the Risk & Assurance Group and Editor of Commsrisk.com, returns to the podcast, this time taking over as the host with guest Pierce Gorman, Distinguished Member of Numeracle’s Technical Staff, for a follow-up conversation on using rich call data for call signing and exposing the potential gaps in delegate certificates. Mentioned ContentRich Call Data (RCD) for Call AuthenticationSTIR/SHAKENRCD & STIR/SHAKEN PASSporTs / SignaturesId...2022-09-0633 min
Tuesday TalksSmart Shopping: The Ultimate Vendor Evaluation Checklist The definitive guide to evaluating a solution for reputation management and call brandingMolly Weis, VP of Marketing and Communications, is back as our host, this time welcoming our Vice President of Business Development, Alexander Carter, for an in-depth market assessment with best practices to help you navigate where to start and what you should be looking for in potential solutions, vendors, and partners for your business. Check out this episode on our site to download an RFP-style vendor checklist to help you evaluate your options.Mentioned Content:Vendor EvaluationNumber...2022-08-2328 min
Tuesday TalksIndustry Spotlight: Communications in the Automotive IndustryCracking down on Auto Warranty Scams to return trust to legal callsThe podcast welcomes guest speaker Scott Davis, CEO of Volie and Dealer Identity to talk about the lack of trust in phone calls being seen in the automotive industry, especially in the wake of new regulations to stop auto warranty scam calls. Mentioned ContentAutomotive industry communicationsAuto Warranty Scam CallsIllegal RobocallsDealer Identity & VolieIdentity and Reputation Management2022-08-0822 min
Tuesday TalksGlobal Call Authentication Domination: Part I 'One-size-fits-all' approach to STIR/SHAKEN causing adoption roadblocks abroad: Guest Hosted by Pierce Gorman, Distinguished Technical Staff Member at Numeracle with expert guest speaker Eric Priezkalns, Chief Executive of Risk & Assurance Group and Editor of Commsrisk.com Mentioned Content:STIR/SHAKENGlobal call authentication adoptionRobocallsTRACED Act & Regulatory changes Industry Traceback GroupPerimeter vs. prosecution approachExamples of illegal robocalling and lack of punishment2022-07-2630 min
Tuesday TalksRules, Regulations, and Requirements ReviewHow recent regulatory changes will impact internationally-originated callsGuest Speaker: Kevin Rupy, Partner at Wiley LawMentioned ContentGateway & Intermediate Providers' role in foreign-originated robocall trafficRobocall Mitigation Plans & DatabaseDo Not Originate (DNO) List call blockingKnow Your Upstream Provider RequirementsRobocall Mitigation efforts and STIRS/SHAKEN deploymentIndustry Traceback Group & traceback requirementsFCC Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM)2022-06-2830 min
Tuesday TalksNumber Management Strategies for Campaign SuccessBest Practices for Number Procurement, Outpulsing, Reputation, and Branded CallingHosted by Molly Weis, our VP of Marketing & Comms, with guest speaker Natalie Laferriere, one of our very own Client Success Managers, together they explore some of the best practices for successful number management, procurement, out pulsing, and more!Mentioned ContentNumber Reputation ManagementDialing StrategiesNumber Procurement and Out PulsingSpam Labeling & Call BlockingBranded CallingCaller ID & CNAM2022-06-1329 min
Tuesday TalksCall Delivery: The Inside ScoopMyth-busting FAQs on all things call delivery, from number reputation and STIR/SHAKEN to branded calling and more!Mentioned ContentNumber ReputationAttestation Levels A, B, & CCall Delivery, Labeling, and BlockingSTIR/SHAKEN certificatesBranded Calling SolutionsRich Call Data/RCD (Caller Name, Brand Logo, Call Reason)CNAM2022-05-1830 min
Tuesday TalksThe Talks at SIPNOC: Themes, Highlights, and Momentum of the EventTuesday Talks is back from spring break to discuss a recap of the themes and actions set in motion by the webinars at SIPNOC, hosted by Rebekah who will be joined by guest speaker Richard Shockey, Chairman of the Board of Directors at SIP Forum.Mentioned ContentSIP Forum & SIPNOC 2022 Webinars 603+ , 607/608 codesSTIR/SHAKEN call authentication frameworkRich Call Data (RCD) for Branded CallingAttestation Levels A, B, & CGateway Providers & Cross-Border Communications2022-05-0329 min
Take It From Your PeersSpam, fraud, and phone number reputationMolly Weis, VP of Marketing and Communications at Numeracle, talks through the recent STIR/SHAKEN Caller ID Authentication framework and answers questions about call reputation and labeling. There’s a lot to learn and do about your call reputation management.2022-04-1426 min
Tuesday TalksSafe Voice Communications: What to Watch for in 2022 and BeyondIn this episode, hosted by Rebekah, guest speaker Gerry Christensen, Vice President of Business Development and Partnerships at YouMaill, joins the Tuesday Talks podcast once again to bring you the top items they're looking out for this year to protect your enterprise identity, especially when considering a branded calling solution, and the Know Your Customer best practices that you need to know as a call originator.Mentioned ContentEnterprise IdentityKnow Your Customer (KYC)STIR/SHAKENOut-of-Band AuthenticationBranded CallingCall Spoofing & Brand Spoofing2022-04-0427 min
Tuesday Talks2022 Regulatory in Review: Key Decisions and Conversations to Watch this YearIn this regulatory episode, Rebekah was joined once again by Mitch Roth, Founder of Roth Jackson and fellow chair fn the Enterprise Communications Advocacy Coalition (ECAC), to review the regulatory decisions and updates that are expected to affect the voice channel and legal business communications this year.Mentioned ContentFourth & Fifth Notices of Proposed Rulemaking on Gateway Providers603, 607, 608 SIP codes & Sixth FNPRMFCC, FTC, & Attorneys General enforcementTRACED ActEnterprise Communications Advocacy Coalition (ECAC)TCPA ComplianceAnalytics-based Call Blocking & TracebackKnow...2022-03-2231 min
Tuesday TalksBranded Calling: The Value & the Challenges From Expectations & Implementation to Results & ConsiderationsRebekah and Anis explored the challenges when implementing branded calling, from what your coverage expectations should be, what to consider before implementing, and what your potential results may end up being.Mentioned ContentBranded Calling solutions & carrier reachRich Call Data (RCD) Caller Name & Logo CNAM & CNAM DatabasesOut-of-Band SolutionsSTIR/SHAKEN RCD PASSporT certificatesVerified Identity & Reputation ManagementSpam Labeling2022-03-0732 min
Tuesday TalksSeason 2 Kick-Off: Keeping Identity at the Core of 2022 CommunicationsRebekah and Anis are back, setting the scene for the 2022 communications ecosystem, introducing a broadening of the show, and expanding beyond traditional telecom as the only area that includes the importance of identity. The Numeracle podcast is now available on all streaming platforms.Mentioned Content:STIR/SHAKEN Implementation Status in Robocall Mitigation DatabaseFCC Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Notices for Proposed Rulemaking607, 608, and 603 Error CodesRoll-out of Branded CallingMessaging and 10DLCCross-Border Communications; CanadaCall blocking challenges for EnterprisesCall...2022-02-2128 min
Tuesday TalksBeyond the Voice Channel: Exploring Emerging Communications Technologies: The benefits of utilizing short code, 10DLC, RCS, and verified emails for business commsNumeracle wrapped up Season One of the Tuesday Talks live podcast series with its 20th episode! Rebekah and Anis came back together for this finale episode to recap 2021 regulatory and technology highlights as well as predictions for what may be in store for 2022 including 10DLC and Verified Messaging and Email.Mentioned ContentSTIR/SHAKEN Deadlines & RegulationsProof of Concepts on Delegate CertificatesBranded Calling Out-of-Band Solutions AdoptionShort Code & 10DLC Verified MessagingVerified Email2022-02-1630 min
Tuesday TalksCross Border Call Delivery IV: U.S. Impending Rule Impact Overview of the Reply Comments Filed in response to the FCC FNPRMRebekah was joined by Mitch Roth, Founder of Roth Jackson and fellow member on the Enterprise Communications Advocacy Coalition (ECAC), to wrap up our series on cross-border call delivery with a regulatory perspective on the reply comments in response to the FCC 4th & 5th FNPRM on international matters and how it will affect gateway providers.Guest Speaker: Mitch Roth, Founding Member, Roth Jackson; ECAC (Enterprise Communications Advocacy Coalition)Mentioned ContentSTIR/SHAKEN & Robocall MitigationEnterprise Communications Advocacy Coalition (ECAC)4th & 5th Wave of Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (FNPRM...2022-02-1630 min
Tuesday TalksCross Border Call Delivery Challenges Part III: Canada Continued STIR/SHAKEN and its role in cross-border traffic origination & terminationPicking up where we left off on our last session in our ongoing sub-series on Cross-Border Call Delivery, Ed Antecol joins us once again to continue the discussion on STIR/SHAKEN implementation in Canada.MENTIONED CONTENTCross-Border Communications & Gateway ProvidersSTIR/SHAKEN, Attestation, & Robocall MitigationInternational Call Origination, Signing, Traceback, & ChallengesGovernance Authority (GA) & Policy Authority (PA)Certificate Authority (CA) & CA List2022-02-1627 min
Tuesday TalksCross-Border Call Delivery Challenges Part 2: Canada STIR/SHAKEN and its role in cross-border traffic origination & terminationComing back in Part 2 on International Call Delivery, Rebekah Johnson was joined by Edward Antecol from COMSolve Inc to continue the discussion on cross-border communications and the challenges of authenticating international voice traffic with a focus on Canada.Guest Speaker: Ed Antecol, VP of Professional Services and Legal Services at COMSolve Inc.Mentioned ContentSTIR/SHAKEN in the U.S. versus Canada's Nov 30th DeadlineCross-Border Call Delivery & ChallengesGovernance Authorities (GA) & Policy Authorities (PA)Certificate Authorities (CA) & CA-ListsInternational Attestation, Call Blocking & Labeling2022-02-1629 min
Tuesday TalksCross-Border Call Delivery Challenges Part I: STIR/SHAKEN & its role in non-domestic traffic origination & terminationAs the first episode in a series on International Call Delivery, Rebekah Johnson was joined by Robocall and SHAKEN expert and consultant, James McEachern, to discuss the challenges and role of STIR/SHAKEN in originating and terminating non-domestic traffic.Mentioned ContentSTIR/SHAKEN Standards per the TRACED ActInternational Call Signing and SHAKEN specificationsEnterprise Challenge/Gap with AttestationTrusted Certificate Authorities List (CA List)Know Your Customer (KYC) Vetting ATIS, IP-NNI Task Force, IETF (Internet Engineering Task Force), SIP Forum, & FCC’s Robocall Strike Fo...2022-02-1629 min
Tuesday TalksThe Voice of the Enterprise: Regulatory Highlights Impacting Enterprise Call Delivery TodayRebekah Johnson was joined by Stuart Discount, CEO of SMD Contact Center Consulting, to discuss the recent activities in the regulatory space of telecommunications that are currently impacting enterprise call delivery.Both Rebekah, Chair SME on Communications Identification, and Stuart, Co-Chair SME on Federal Legislative Issues, serve on the Enterprise Communications Advocacy Coalition (ECAC), a group of industry leaders and influencers who have formed a small group to advocate on Capitol Hill and our regulatory agencies, notably the FTC and FCC, to protect legal communication from overbearing rules.Mentioned ContentEnterprise Communications Advocacy...2022-02-1630 min
Tuesday TalksRecapping the 2021 STIR/SHAKEN Virtual Summit: Our thoughts on the discussions, learnings, and key takeaways from the eventNumeracle recaps our thoughts on the discussions, learnings, and key takeaways from the event including ours and other webinars presented during the weeklong virtual event focused on STIR/SHAKEN, KYC, caller identity, RCD, and more.Link to 2021 STIR/SHAKEN Virtual Summit sessions: https://www.sipforum.org/2021-stir-shaken-virtual-summit/schedule/Mentioned ContentSIP Forum’s 2021 STIR/SHAKEN Virtual Summit WebinarsRobocalling & SpoofingTrust in the Network, Identity Vetting, & TN Validation SolutionsRich Call Data (RCD), Branded Calling Solutions, & Enhanced DisplayKnow Your Customer (KYC) Local Policy Solutions...2022-02-1630 min
Tuesday TalksSpoofing- What it is, what threats does it pose, and what’s being done about it: Complementing KYC with Ongoing Spoof Surveillance in a Robocall Mitigation PlanOur VP of Comms and Marketing, Molly Weis, was joined by Gerry Christensen, VP of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at YouMail Inc., to connect the dots between call spoofing and KYC in a Robocall Mitigation Plan post the June STIR/SHAKEN deadline.Guest Speaker: Gerry Christensen, VP of Business Development & Partnerships at YouMailMentioned ContentCall Spoofing DefinedLegal VS Illegal Call SpoofingKnow Your Customer (KYC)Industry Traceback Group (ITG) EffortsRobocall Mitigation Database & PlansSTIR/SHAKEN Call Authentication Framework, Deadlines...2022-02-1629 min
Tuesday TalksApplying KYC to Communications: Lessons Learned from the Financial IndustryIn the first episode of a new sub-series of our podcast, Applying KYC to Communications, Rebekah was joined by Sam Fadel to discuss fraud investigations and the power of KYC to prevent customers and your business from fraud.Guest Speaker: Sam Fadel, Florida Chapter President of the International Association of Financial Crimes Investigators (IAFCI)Mentioned ContentIdentifying Fraud CallsCall SpoofingSTIR/SHAKEN & AttestationTraceback practicesCaller Identification and VerificationKnow Your Customer (KYC) & Best Practices2022-02-1632 min
Tuesday TalksThe Robocall Mitigation Database: Understanding the Requirements and DeadlineWith the upcoming June 30th STIR/SHAKEN Deadline right around the corner, we set up a heavy-hitting episode of Tuesday Talks featuring guest speaker, Kevin Rupy of Wiley Rein LLP, who joined Rebekah Johnson in a conversation on the FCC's filing requirements and deadline of the Robocall Mitigation Database. Make sure you've got the facts before the deadline arrives. Mentioned ContentRobocall Mitigation Database (RMD) & PlansThe FCC and The TRACED ActSTIR/SHAKEN Authentication Framework & ImplementationJune 30th, 2021 DeadlineAttestation Levels A, B, CSe...2022-02-1631 min
Tuesday TalksHow to Attest Callers on Your Network: Implementing a Local KYC SolutionWe invited John Bruner of Aegis Mobile as a guest speaker to join Rebekah on this episode where they discussed risk assessment and management, vetting and verifying caller identity within the STIR/SHAKEN standards including logo validation for rich call data, and the implementation of a Know Your Customer solution to attest callers on your network.Guest Speaker: John Bruner, President & CEO of Aegis MobileMentioned ContentKnow Your Customer (KYC)Rich Call Data (RCD): Caller ID, Call Reason, LogoRich Communication Service (RCS)Risk Assessment and...2022-02-1629 min
Tuesday TalksHow to Market Emerging Technologies on a Budget: The Art of a Content-Driven Approach to creating Value in Your BrandOur special guest this week is our very own VP of Marketing and Communications, Molly Weis. In this unique session, Rebekah and Molly will dive into the content-driven approach of marketing to increase value in your brand. Discover how she was able to market a tech-based start-up on a budget and her recommendations for creating quality materials without having deep pockets.Mentioned ContentBusiness to Business Technology Marketing StrategiesQuality Driven Content & Creativity on a BudgetEnterprise Communications Advocacy CouncilCommunication with Leadership Creating Numeracle’s Voice...2022-02-1630 min
Tuesday TalksLeveraging Trust in the Network with Rich Call Data: The Authentication of Branded AssetsIn this episode, Rebekah and Anis discuss the complications and technical aspects of RCD as well as the security risks and challenges of authenticating a logos' validity.Mentioned ContentRich Call Data (RCD) - Logo, Brand Name, Call ReasonSTIR/SHAKEN RCD PASSporTInternet Engineering Task Force (IETF) Framework StandardsSTIR/SHAKEN & the June 30th, 2021 DeadlineDelegated Certificates, Centralized Database, & Out-of-Band Solutions Subscriber Devices2022-02-1629 min
Tuesday TalksMythbusting Part II The Current State of STIR/SHAKEN Implementation: From the Service Provider PerspectiveIn our second session of Mythbusting the Current State of STIR/SHAKEN Implementation, Rebekah, Anis, and Chris discuss RCD, Delegated Certificates, and other Out-of-Band Solutions on the Technology Side.Part Two of our Mythbusting episode includes special guest, Christ Wendt, who will be representing the ATIS/SIP Forum IP-NNI Joint Task Force and the STI-GA Technical Committee.Mentioned ContentSTIR/SHAKEN Standards & Implementation DeadlineEnterprise Challenge / Attestation GapRobocall Mitigation Database & PlansDelegate CertificatesRich Call Data (RCD)Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF...2022-02-1627 min
Tuesday TalksMythbusting: The Current State of STIR/SHAKEN Implementation: From the Service Provider PerspectivePart one of this series addresses the Standards and Policies that surround the current state of STIR/SHAKEN Implementation from the Service Providers Perspective.This special episode of Tuesday Talks Mythbusting features guest speaker, Chris Wendt, representing the ATIS/SIP Forum IP-NNI Joint Task Force and the STI-GA Technical Committee.Mentioned ContentSTIR/SHAKEN & Implementation Deadline Enforcement (FTC)Role of Analytics for Call Blocking, Labeling, and AttestationDelegated CertificatesThe Robocall Mitigation DatabaseAttestation Levels A, B, & CCall Display on Terminating Side...2022-02-1627 min
Tuesday TalksWhat it Takes to Authenticate Part II: Termination & The Green Check MarkIn this episode of Tuesday Talks, Numeracle discusses Part Two of our session, "What it Takes to Authenticate: Termination and the Green Checkmark." Join Rebekah and Anis as they discuss Call Validation Treatment (CVT), Rich Call Data (RCD), and User Device Displays.Mentioned ContentCall Authentication, Origination, & TerminationGreen Check Mark & User Device DisplaysDelegated Certificates versus Out-of-Band SolutionsCall Validation Treatment (CVT)Rich Call Data (RCD) & Verstat ParametersSTIR/SHAKEN Implementation, Standards, & Deadlines2022-02-1626 min
Tuesday TalksWhat it Takes to Authenticate Part I: Origination & AttestationRebekah and Anis discuss Part 1 of What it Takes to Authenticate by exploring the Originating Side of the Caller Authentication Framework, and how authenticity relates to Attestation Levels.Mentioned ContentSTIR/SHAKEN Caller ID Authentication FrameworkAttestation Levels & the Enterprise ChallengeTRACED Act & StandardsKnow Your Customer (KYC)Delegated Certificates, Centralized Registry/Database, & Distributed Ledger ModelRich Call Data (RCD) & the Green CheckmarkOut-of-Band Solutions2022-02-1629 min
Tuesday TalksCaller ID Authentication Defined: As defined by the TRACED Act & how it relates to STIR/SHAKENRebekah and Anis return to discuss how the TRACED Act defined Caller ID Authentication and how it relates to STIR/SHAKEN.Mentioned ContentSTIR/SHAKEN Caller ID Authentication DefinedThe TRACED Act & StandardsKnow Your Customer (KYC) & Best PracticesAttestation Levels A, B, & CCall Authentication Trust Anchor Working Group (CATA Working Group & members)Enterprise vetting2022-02-1626 min
Tuesday TalksDebunking the June 2021 STIR/SHAKEN Deadline: What’s required and what’s impacted?Rebekah and Anis kicked off Numeracle's live Q&A podcast series, Tuesday Talks, with a conversation aiming to debunk the myths surrounding the June 30th, 2021 STIR/SHAKEN deadline as defined in the TRACED Act. Mentioned ContentSTIR/SHAKEN Caller ID Authentication & Implementation DeadlineThe TRACED ActAttestation Levels (A, B, & C)FCC's mandates & response Enterprise CommunicationsEnterprise Challenge/Attestation Gap2022-02-1618 min
Tuesday TalksUtilizing Rich Call Data to Present Brand IdentityNumeracle's Chief Product Officer, Anis Jaffer, was joined by Frank Pettinato, CEO of Avantive Solutions, to discuss the technology, implementation, and challenges behind Rich Call Data and how it contributes to a brand's presence and identity. They explored how it is currently rolling out, the return on investment seen thus far, and the learned lessons to expect with its implementation.Mentioned ContentRich Call Data (RCD) & RCD PASSporTBrand Identity: Name, Logo, Call ReasonBranded CallsVerified Calls by GoogleSTIR/SHAKEN versus Out-of-bandPricing...2021-08-0528 min
SPB’s Unprecedented PodcastEpisode 7: Numeracle CEO Talks Default Call Blocking RulesRebekah Johnson, the visionary CEO and foudner of Numeracle, explains how callers are now at the mercy of phone carrier analytics and cannot expect their calls to go through without help. That's where Numeracle comes in. Rebekah and the Czar dive deep into the FCC's new default call-blocking rules, addressing the contours of the brave new world we now inhabit in which carriers may wield tremendous power over which calls do and do not connect. Rebekah explains why there's a real risk that legitimate callers--particularly debt collectors-- are at risk of being frozen out.
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Telecom DisruptorsRebekah Johnson, CEO at Numeracle, shares her thoughts on legal & wanted robocallsWe discuss how to put a stop to illegal robocalls, returning trust and transparency to the voice channel, and how legitimate - often vital - robocalls will get through.2019-01-0317 min