Get the latest announcements from MEF Members across the mobile ecosystem globally in this weekly review of member news…
IPification and Raiffeisen Banka Srbija Redefine Mobile Banking Security with 1-Click Phone Number Verification
IPification, a leader in mobile authentication, has partnered with Raiffeisen Bank Serbia, a subsidiary of Raiffeisen Bank International, to integrate its 1-Click Phone Number Verification into the bank’s mBanking app. The collaboration aims to enhance security, improve user experience, and reduce fraud.
The integration replaces traditional SMS OTPs with a seamless, one-click, network-based verification process. This significantly reduces risks tied to SIM swap fraud and phishing attacks. IPification uses a unique Mobile ID — based on SIM, device, and network data — to authenticate users instantly upon entering their phone number. This strategic move supports Raiffeisen Bank’s commitment to secure and user-friendly digital banking.
“We are delighted to collaborate with Raiffeisen Bank Serbia in reinforcing the security and convenience of their mobile banking services,” said Stefan Kostic, CEO of IPification. “By replacing cumbersome authentication methods with our seamless phone number verification, we are ensuring that users can securely access their accounts with minimal effort, while banks significantly reduce fraud risks.”
“As part of the 2020 Elevator Lab Challenge organized by Raiffeisen Bank International and its local network banks, IPification was honored with the award for the most innovative FinTech solution at the regional level. We firmly believed in the potential of this groundbreaking technology from the outset, and we are thrilled to see it now enhancing the security and ease of use for our mobile banking app users,” said Nebojsa Jovanović, Chief Product Officer at Raiffeisen Bank.
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Twilio Unveils Next-Generation Customer Engagement Platform Built for an AI- and Data-Powered World at SIGNAL 2025
Twilio has unveiled its next-generation customer engagement platform at its annual SIGNAL user conference, highlighting new capabilities designed for a data- and AI-driven future.
The platform enhancements include upgraded Customer Data Platform (CDP) features and major improvements to its Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS). These updates introduce advanced conversational AI tools, more trusted communication channels, and intelligent compliance solutions.
Twilio’s latest innovations reflect its core vision: to enable seamless, personalized, and impactful digital interactions between businesses and their customers.
“We are facing the end of customer experience as we know it, and Twilio’s heritage in CPaaS, CDP, and AI-powered capabilities has positioned us well for a new era of customer engagement,” said Khozema Shipchandler, Chief Executive Officer at Twilio. “To be successful, every business needs the right infrastructure: communications channels to connect with customers, contextual data to understand them, and the ability to accelerate it all with AI in a way that’s powerful, flexible, and trustworthy.”
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Telin and Radius Forge Collaborate to Enhance Digital Connectivity Across the Philippines and Beyond
PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia International (Telin) and Radius Telecoms, Inc. have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance international data services and connectivity across Southeast Asia. The agreement, announced during International Telecoms Week (ITW US), aims to strengthen digital infrastructure for Philippine enterprises.
Through the partnership, Radius will resell Telin’s International Ethernet Private Lease Circuit (IEPL) services, providing businesses with seamless cross-border connectivity. The collaboration also includes joint annual go-to-market initiatives focused on delivering scalable, tailored solutions for Philippine companies.
A central feature of the alliance is the integration of Radius’ local infrastructure, including its Point of Presence (PoP), with Telin’s digital connectivity platform, TNeX. This will offer local businesses streamlined access to Telin’s global network, supporting their efforts to connect, grow, and compete internationally.
Kharisma, Chief Commercial Officer at Telin, expressed his vision for the partnership: “This collaboration is more than just a business agreement-it’s a shared commitment to empowering Philippine enterprises. By uniting Telin’s international reach with Radius’ local strength, we’re delivering seamless, scalable solutions that will help businesses grow regionally and globally.”
Radius President & CEO Exequiel “Quiel” C. Delgado for his part, “This partnership strengthens and expands Radius’s reach internationally, which translates to better options for our enterprise customers. Furthermore, we are happy to complement Telin’s aggressive stance in the Philippine market. Our stronghold areas in Mega Manila, Clark, the rest of Central Luzon, and Cebu are key hot spots for multinational companies.”
Petras Masiulis appointed Executive Vice President and member of Tele2 Group Leadership Team
Tele2 has announced the appointment of Petras Masiulis as Executive Vice President and a member of the Tele2 Group Leadership Team. In his expanded role, Masiulis will continue to oversee Tele2’s operations across the Baltic region and will report directly to CEO and President Jean Marc Harion.
Masiulis, who joined Tele2 in 2003, has led Tele2 Lithuania for over two decades and took on responsibility for the entire Baltic region in 2016. Under his leadership, Tele2 has become a regional market leader in terms of market share, profitability, and brand reputation. His tenure has earned him multiple “CEO of the Year” accolades and recognition as one of Lithuania’s most respected business figures.
Before joining Tele2, Masiulis held a management position at Colgate-Palmolive for seven years. He holds a Master’s degree in Economics from Vilnius University, an MBA from Aalborg University, and a Global Executive MBA from IESE Business School.
“I’m very pleased to welcome Petras to the Group Leadership Team. Under his leadership, Tele2 became the number one mobile operator in Lithuania and has continuously delivered exceptional results across the Baltic region. The way Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia are run – with a strong focus on growth, efficiency and customer satisfaction – is a true benchmark for the entire Tele2 Group”, says Jean Marc Harion, CEO and President of Tele2.
Proofpoint Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Hornetsecurity
Proofpoint, a leading cybersecurity and compliance firm, has announced its agreement to acquire Hornetsecurity Group, a prominent European provider of AI-powered security and compliance services for Microsoft 365. This acquisition strengthens Proofpoint’s human-centric cybersecurity offerings, particularly for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), by leveraging Hornetsecurity’s strong presence in the managed service provider (MSP) ecosystem. The deal aligns both companies in their mission to safeguard organizations and their people, and brings Hornetsecurity’s high-growth business into the fold, boasting over $160 million in annual recurring revenue and strong market performance.
“As attackers grow more sophisticated and people remain the primary target, organizations need security that protects them wherever they work—across email, cloud applications, and every digital channel,” said Sumit Dhawan, CEO of Proofpoint. “With the addition of Hornetsecurity, we’re excited to extend our industry-leading, human-centric security platform to better serve the unique needs of MSPs and SMBs. We look forward to deepening our investment in the European markets as part of our global growth strategy.”
TELUS launches RCS for Business: A new era of customer communication
TELUS has officially launched its RCS for Business services, marking a major shift in how companies engage with customers. Rich Communication Services, or RCS, enhances traditional SMS by adding features like high-resolution media sharing, group chats, read receipts, and interactive buttons, offering a more engaging and app-like experience directly in users’ messaging apps.
This move comes as business messaging sees rapid growth, with RCS traffic projected to hit 200 billion messages by 2029. TELUS’ RCS for Business allows companies to use branded messaging agents to send delivery updates, assist with bookings, and manage customer service interactions through rich, interactive conversations. This new approach is expected to transform customer engagement by making communication more immediate, personalized, and effective.
