The UAE’s recent regulatory move to phase out SMS and email-based One-Time Passwords (OTPs) marks a turning point in global digital security. This decisive shift signals the beginning of a new era for authentication, trust, and mobile ecosystem innovation. MEF Director of Programmes, Nicholas Rossman highlights what this means for…

Stefano Nicoletti, Head of MEF’s Sender ID Registry in the UK, explains the latest shift in the UK messaging market, as Ofcom revises its approach to A2P SMS regulation. Following new industry commitments and evolving market dynamics, the regulator is taking a lighter touch. This development highlights changes in pricing,…

Mobile fraud continues to challenge networks worldwide, highlighting the need for stronger cooperation between industry, regulators, and law enforcement. As threats grow increasingly sophisticated and borderless, coordinated solutions are becoming essential. Emerging initiatives show how collaboration and harmonisation can strengthen defences. MEF Director of Programmes, Nicholas Rossman, explains how these…

The UK’s communications regulator, Ofcom, has launched a pivotal consultation aimed at tackling mobile messaging scams—signalling a new phase in how trust and identity are managed across the mobile ecosystem. This development could redefine compliance expectations for all industry players. MEF Director of Programmes, Nicholas Rossman discusses what this means…

Australia is moving closer to implementing its national SMS Sender ID Register – a key step in protecting consumers from scams and restoring trust in text messaging. Stefano Nicoletti, Head of MEF’s Sender ID Registry in the UK discusses how, as preparations advance, businesses are urged to act early and…

Once the backbone of enterprise communication, A2P SMS now faces growing pressures that could redefine its future. From emerging threats to shifting market dynamics, the industry stands at a critical crossroads that demands collective action and innovation. MEF Head of Global Anti-Fraud Solutions, Sham Careem, explains why collaboration is key…