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SMS versus emerging mobile channels: RCS + OTT

Smartphones are used globally and are capable of more than making phone calls and sending texts. As technology evolved, new communication channels, like Over-The-Top (OTT) or Rich Communication Services (RCS), came into play. And unlike SMS, they offer a richer, more interactive experience. Should companies consider alternatives to SMS for their B2C communications? These channels

What are SMS and MMS, and how do they differ?

These days, sending text messages is a standard practice in most people’s daily lives. Such a popular form of communication has so many technologies surrounding it, all with unique ways to carry a message from one person to another. How well do you know the protocols that allow your smartphone or mobile device to send

SMS Verification: What is it, who uses it, and is it safe?

If you romanticized the days of internet past, one of the things you might reminisce about would be login processes. It used to be that the only steps required to securely access an account were a username and password. My, how things have changed. Today, the digital experience can feel like the Wild West, with

Fintech product manager’s guide to avoiding SMS delivery failures

If you’ve been facing SMS deliverability issues, you are not alone. Many businesses encounter obstacles when it comes to successfully delivering SMS messages to their customers. But as a product manager for a fast-moving financial services company, we know that you don’t have endless amounts of time to research and understand the root causes of

Smartphones and transactions

Smartphones have changed how we interact with the world, from making purchases to talking with friends. It’s fair to say that smartphones are an extension of ourselves. These mobile mini-computers allow us to access all sorts of information, and allow us to make purchases on the fly. So with everyone clicking ‘purchase’ on their smartphone,

AML regulations: Cleaning up dirty money scams in the financial industry

As the digital landscape evolves, so do the regulations designed to protect individuals, businesses, and governments around the globe. One such evolution has taken place surrounding money laundering, whose impact has grown exponentially with new digital financial transaction options. In this article, we look into money laundering, the anti-money laundering (AML) regulations put into place

On-demand services: Best practices to prevent fraud and deliver trust

On-demand services are transforming the way we live, giving us more control over how, when, and where we buy, sell, and trade the services and products that make up our lives. Consumers went from using an app to get a ride somewhere, to ordering food and paying for it on their smartphone. The convenience of

Facebook Messenger phishing trip nets millions of victims: Can MFA help?

You may have seen news about the recent Facebook Messenger hacks or seen the repeated ‘My account has been hacked’ message on your Facebook feed. You may have also seen the suggested solution is to use multi-factor authentication (MFA) also known as two-factor authentication (2FA) for increased protection against the scams hitting FB Messenger. Though

Today’s fintech revolution: Is your onboarding process stuck in the past?

When’s the last time you went to your bank? Chances are, it’s been a while since you filled out a slip while waiting for the next available teller. Today, almost all financial transactions can take place digitally—anywhere, any time—and in the palm of our hands. Financial institutions, both new and old, compete for business and

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