Meo, Nos and Vodafone join in technology to prevent fraud that can replace dual authentication

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Briefings

Three Portuguese mobile operators (Meo, Nos, Vodafone) joined the GSMA Open Gateway initiative to deploy standardized API security layers that could replace traditional multi-factor authentication. The initiative aims to detect SIM recycling and number recycling fraud by verifying user identity in real-time, addressing a 45% rise in fraud risk reported by the Banco de Portugal. The APIs, such as Number Verification and SIM Swap, operate on a 'yes/no' basis to block transactions if identity risks are detected, ensuring interoperability across all mobile terminals while allowing operators to innovate on top of the standardized infrastructure.

Key points

Meo, Nos, and Vodafone joined the GSMA Open Gateway initiative to deploy standardized API security layers that could replace traditional multi-factor authentication.

The initiative aims to detect SIM recycling and number recycling fraud by verifying user identity in real-time using APIs like Number Verification and SIM Swap.

Context

This collaboration addresses a growing international security challenge where fraud risk increased by 45% in the last year. The GSMA Open Gateway represents over 80% of global mobile connections and supports over 750 operators, providing standardized interfaces for mobile application programming to enhance digital economy integration.

Limitations

Evidence covers fraud risk trends and API capabilities but does not specify exact fraud rates by operator, nor does it provide implementation timelines or specific security metrics beyond the 45% risk increase.

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