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| 25.03.2025 | What Reddit users say about Clarity Check and identifying unknown callers | Share
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With the rise of spam calls, phone scams, and fraudulent tech support schemes, many people are looking for ways to identify unknown numbers before picking up. ClarityCheck is one of the services that claim to o... |
| 02.03.2025 | Getting a lot of unwanted phone calls? Here are ways to stop them | Phone settings
Smartphone users can turn on some built-in settings to combat unknown calls.
Apple advises iPhone users to turn on the Silence Unknown Callers feature. Go to your “Settings,” then scroll down to “Apps,” and then to “Phone,” w... |
| 01.03.2025 | The Rising Tide of Deepfake Fraud: A New Era of Scams | In the digital age, where technology evolves at lightning speed, a new predator lurks in the shadows: deepfake fraud. This menace is not just a whisper; it’s a roar. According to a recent report from Hiya, deepfake scams are surging, leavin... |
| 25.02.2025 | AI Deepfake Fraud Calls Dominate Q4 Scams, Costing Consumers Millions | The average American fraud call victim lost $539, according to new research from Hiya
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| 25.02.2025 | 3 Tech Trends Central to the Growth of Digital Solutions in Europe in 2025 he strategic shifts among Europe's Mobile Network Operators will have a ripple effect across the continent's tech industry. H... | Digital products and services continue to offer unparalleled growth opportunities, all driven by tech industry pioneers. Yet even the most innovative venture or disruptive new service will fall short if it can't get into the hands of its ta... |
| 25.02.2025 | Deepfake fraud calls target consumer cash | AI-generated voice impersonation scams are an increasing threat, with 31 percent of US consumers, 27 percent of Canadians, and 26 percent of UK consumers reporting encounters with deepfake fraud calls.
A new report from Hiya, based on data ... |
| 29.01.2025 | The Rise of Agentic AI: Transforming Industries and Empowering Innovation | In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, a new player is emerging: agentic AI. This sophisticated breed of artificial intelligence is not just a tool; it’s a game-changer. It promises to revolutionize industries, streamline operations,... |
| 28.01.2025 | Hiya Launches First AI Call Assistant That Stops Live and Deepfake Scams in Real-Time | Available for both iPhone and Android, the app offers an AI-powered assistant that screens phone calls, protects users from scams, and takes notes to enhance the calling experience.
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| 29.10.2024 | Hiya Earns 14 Badges Across 36 Global & Regional G2 Fall 2024 Reports | Hiya, the global leader in voice intelligence, is thrilled to announce its outstanding recognition in the Fall 2024 G2 Reports. Hiya received 14 G2 badges and has been recognized for exceptional performance across two key categories—VoIP an... |
| 17.10.2024 | New Chrome extension helps spot deepfakes | Deepfakes are becoming more of a problem and particularly around election times they can seek to influence voters views. They're also getting better so it can be hard to know if what you're watching or hearing is real or fake.
To combat thi... |
| 27.07.2024 | The Battle Against Deepfake Voices: Hiya's Strategic Acquisition of Loccus.ai | In a world where technology blurs the lines between reality and deception, Hiya has taken a bold step to fortify its defenses against voice fraud. The acquisition of Loccus.ai marks a significant move in the ongoing battle against deepfake ... |
| 25.07.2024 | Hiya Acquires Deepfake Voice Detection Leader Loccus.ai | The company’s acquisition expands the Hiya Voice Security Platform to detect AI-generated deepfake voices in real time.
Hiya, the leader in global voice security services, has acquired Loccus.ai, the industry leader in deepfake detection so... |
| 19.07.2024 | The Ongoing Battle for Net Neutrality: Telecom Industry Strikes Back Against Consumer Protections | In a recent development, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has issued a temporary hold on the implementation of popular net neutrality rules, marking a potential victory for the telecom industry in their efforts to dismantle crucial consum... |
| 17.07.2024 | SIP Forum Publishes Conference Agenda for SIPNOC 2024 - THE Gathering Place for the Call Authentication Community | “Focus on the Call and Text Authentication Ecosystem”
The Full Agenda and Schedule of Events for the 13th Annual SIPNOC conference is now live, and features an array of sessions focused on the Call Authentication ecosystem and the continuin... |
| 17.04.2024 | The SIP Forum Announces AI SUMMIT 2024 Webinar Series Registrations Are Open | AI SUMMIT 2024
Free-to-Attend Webinar Series takes place May 6-8, 2024; features comprehensive webinar series focused on the solutions, opportunities, and risks that AI poses to the telecommunications industry and users of communication ser... |
| 22.02.2024 | Hiya Announces Hiya Registration, the First Global Solution for Spam-Free Business Calls | The free product registers phone numbers on major mobile networks worldwide, preventing spam & nuisance labeling on calls that don’t violate consumer preferences or laws
Hiya, the global leader in voice security, announces Hiya Registra... |
| 08.02.2024 | Nuisance phone calls increase in Q4 and AI scams likely to go up in 2024 | Hiya | Voice security firm Hiya said that nuisance calls dropped in the fourth quarter, but Americans saw one of the lowest rates of fraud calls globally in the quarter. Still, there’s trouble ahead as lots of those calls are now likely to be AI c... |
| 19.07.2023 | The SIP Forum Announces Call Authentication-Focused Conference Agenda for SIPNOC 2023 is Now Live | The SIP Network Operators Conference SIPNOC is THE gathering place for the call authentication community, and with its return to in-person proceedings, we look forward to sharing the expertise and real-world experiences essential to the ong... |
| 22.06.2023 | The SIP Forum Opens Registration for SIPNOC 2023 - the 12th Annual SIP Network Operators Conference | SIPNOC 2023 will return to live, in-person proceedings, and continue and expand its focus on the broad Call and Text Authentication ecosystem and the continuing efforts to eliminate illegal Robocalls, Caller ID Spoofing, and Robotexts.
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| 17.05.2023 | The SIP Forum Announces KYC SUMMIT 2023 Webinar Series Registrations Are Open | The SIP Forum is proud to announce that the official agenda and webinar registrations are now live for the KYC SUMMIT 2023, a special virtual event focused on 'Know Your Customer' Strategies, Solutions and Best Practices.
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| 28.09.2022 | The SIP Forum Announces STIR/SHAKEN ENTERPRISE SUMMIT Webinar Series Registrations Are Open | The official agenda and webinar registrations are now live for the STIR/SHAKEN ENTERPRISE SUMMIT, a special virtual event focused on the current Enterprise challenges and opportunities related to the deployment and successful operation of t... |
| 28.03.2022 | A list of Seattle cybersecurity companies as international conflict fuels industry demand | (BigStock Photo)
Cybersecurity continues to be top of mind for IT professionals between Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and record-breaking breaches. Investors are pouring billions of venture capital dollars into cybersecurity startups helping... |
| 04.03.2022 | The SIP Forum Announces SIPNOC 2022 Webinar Series Registrations Are Open | SIPNOC 2022 will focus on issues critical to the successful deployment and operation of STIR/SHAKEN, as well as associated topics including the ramifications of governmental regulatory, legislative and enforcement actions and critical secur... |
| 03.03.2022 | These Were The Most Common Phone Scams Last Year, Be Careful | New Hiya ‘State of the Call’ report is out, and this one is for 2022. It does contain quite a bit of information for last year, though. The report reveals the most common phone scams for last year, so you should be careful.Hiya revealed the... |
| 26.01.2022 | SIP Forum Announces Dates for SIPNOC 2022 – the 11th Annual SIP Network Operators Conference | The battle continues to effectively combat the scourge of illegal robocalls, caller ID spoofing and phone-based fraud, and there is still much work to be done.
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| 14.12.2021 | Anatel cogita seguir EUA com tecnologia para barrar fraude em ligações | A Anatel (Agência Nacional de Telecomunicações) vai se reunir com representantes de algumas das principais empresas de telecomunicações do Brasil e especialistas do setor para discutir a implantação da tecnologia STIR/SHAKEN. Já presente no... |
| 29.11.2021 | How Hiya taps AI to kill phone spam | Hear from CIOs, CTOs, and other C-level and senior execs on data and AI strategies at the Future of Work Summit this January 12, 2022. Learn more
Have you noticed that you’re getting more calls correctly identified as spam on your phones? W... |
| 29.11.2021 | How Hiya taps AI to kill phone spam | We are excited to bring Transform 2022 back in-person July 19 and virtually July 20 - 28. Join AI and data leaders for insightful talks and exciting networking opportunities. Register today!
Have you noticed that you’re getting more calls c... |
| 18.11.2021 | Spam smackdown: Hiya claims ‘massive step forward’ using AI against illegal phone calls | Hiya is adding the new Adaptive AI phone-spam detection technology to its Hiya Protect product. (Hiya Image)
Seattle-based tech company Hiya says it has achieved a new milestone in the battle against spam phone calls, using artificial intel... |
| 18.11.2021 | Here are the Washington state companies that made Deloitte’s annual list of fastest-growing firms | Some of the Washington state companies that made Deloitte’s annual Fast 500 list. (Deloitte Chart)
Seattle’s reputation as a technology and innovation hub was further cemented by the release of Deloitte’s 2021 “North American Technology Fas... |
| 09.08.2021 | Hiya Adds Salesforce President And CMO Sarah Franklin To Its Board Of Directors | Voice performance leader continues momentum by adding experienced CFO Aaron Martin and new board advisor Bill McAleer, managing director at Voyager Capital
Hiya, the leading call performance management cloud, announced Sarah Franklin, Presi... |
| 01.07.2021 | The SIP Forum Announces 2021 STIR/SHAKEN VIRTUAL SUMMIT Webinar Series Registrations Are Open | The 2021 STIR/SHAKEN VIRTUAL SUMMIT will offer actionable information for all industry stakeholders in the Robocall and Caller ID Spoofing elimination/mitigation ecosystem
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| 19.05.2021 | Mind The Gap: Exploring The Technology Breakdown In The Omnichannel Customer Experience | James Garvert is a Neustar SVP and GM, responsible for Caller ID, Branded Call Display, Trusted Call Solutions, and other products. |
| 09.03.2021 | Hiya Ranked #1 on Forbes’ Best Startup Employers List for 2021 | SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 9, 2021--
Hiya, the leading call performance management cloud, has been ranked #1 on Forbes’ list of America's Best Startup Employers for 2021. This marks Hiya’s second straight year on the list after ranking #... |
| 11.02.2021 | Americans Got 50 Billion Spam Calls Last Year | If you think being trapped at home deprived of human contact for a year is bad, try being trapped at home deprived of human contact for a year — while getting five calls a day claiming your non-existent car warranty is running out.
Scam cal... |
| 10.02.2021 | Hit block caller: 75% of Americans were targeted by scammers | Image: iStock/rclassenlayouts
“Scam likely.” If you get that message when a call comes in from a number you don’t recognize, you probably don’t answer and immediately register the number in your contacts as “Block caller.” If it seems like ... |
| 18.11.2020 | Why pollsters should stop calling and start texting | The polls were wrong again. After famously missing the mark in the 2016 general election, pollsters recalibrated and adjusted and reminded us that the fruits of their labor are not predictions of what will happen but rather a snapshot in ti... |
| 18.11.2020 | Why pollsters should stop calling and start texting | We are excited to bring Transform 2022 back in-person July 19 and virtually July 20 - 28. Join AI and data leaders for insightful talks and exciting networking opportunities. Register today!
The polls were wrong again. After famously missin... |
| 10.03.2020 | Forbes ranking of ‘America’s Best Startup Employers’ includes 13 Seattle-area companies | (BigStock Image)
Seattle-area companies grabbed 13 spots on a list from Forbes on Tuesday that calls out “America’s Best Startup Employers.”
The inaugural ranking from the magazine, in partnership with market research company Statista, iden... |
| 19.12.2019 | Our 5 Favorite Feel-Good Tech Moments of 2019 | It's been one hell of a year. From foldable smartphones to Cybertrucks, the tech industry has seen its fair share of wild news stories in 2019. However, while innovation and drama certain make for good headlines, there's no better way to en... |
| 12.12.2019 | How to stop spam calls right now | Image: fizkes, Getty Images/iStockphoto Mobility must-reads
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| 08.05.2019 | It's National Small Business Week. Is Your Phone Ringing Off the Hook? | May 8, 2019 5 min read
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This week America is celebrating our country’s 30.2 million small businesses. And while there will be National Small Business Week parties inside brick-an... |
| 07.05.2019 | Don’t fall for the ‘one ring’ robocall scam: FCC | Originally Published by:
Apple, Google remove dating apps FTC says could expose minors to sexual predators 'Transformative changes' are needed to save nature and ourselves Tech giants rethink the businesses that made them big
Don’t call bac... |
| 01.02.2019 | ICYMI: Last Week on the Web | Feb 1 2019 | It's only been the traditional seven days long, and yet this week has managed to pack in a heck of a lot of tech news.
We look at the stories that have caught our eye this week, from Samsung's accidental leak of its folding phone, to robots... |
| 30.01.2019 | Spam calls have stopped people from answering their phones | Originally Published by:
A huge smartphone innovation is coming that no one asked for and no one wants The world’s loneliest duck has been murdered ‘Bug bombs’ make life worse for you, not roaches
Ahead of the FCC’s meeting on Wednesday foc... |
| 29.01.2019 | The spam call epidemic is stopping people from answering their phones | Ahead of the FCC’s meeting on Wednesday focused on toughening up caller ID rules to make it harder for spam callers to hide their identity, a new report is out that shows the effect such calls are having on Americans’ overall smartphone usa... |
| 09.10.2018 | Savvy Senior: How to recognize, prevent elder financial abuse | DEAR SAVVY SENIOR: Can you provide some tips on how to protect seniors from financial scams?
My 76-year-old aunt was recently swindled out of $25,000 and I want to make sure my own mother is protected.
— Concerned Daughter
DEAR CONCERNED: F... |
| 19.10.2017 | Hiya, a Whitepages spinout, nabs $18M for its smart caller ID technology | Hiya is today announcing its first outside funding to grow its business: a Series A of $18 million led by Balderton with participation also from Nautilus Venture Partners and Lumia Capital. |
| 19.10.2017 | Hiya raises $18 million to grow its mobile caller ID and spam-blocking service globally | We are excited to bring Transform 2022 back in-person July 19 and virtually July 20 - 28. Join AI and data leaders for insightful talks and exciting networking opportunities. Register today!
Hiya, the company behind the caller ID and spam-b... |
| 19.10.2017 | Hiya raises $18M to transform mobile calling worldwide | - |
| 19.10.2017 | Hiya raises $18M to build business search and spam blocking into native smartphone dialer app | Hiya CEO Alex Algard. Photo via Hiya.
Nearly every major smartphone app built over the last several years has gone through countless improvements and iterations. But the native phone dialer is an exception — and now a Seattle startup is loo... |
| 19.10.2017 | Term Sheet — Thursday, October 19 | LAYOFF CENTRAL
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| 19.10.2017 | Hiya Raises $18M in Series A Funding | Hiya, a Seattle, WA-based startup which makes mobile phone calls more contextual, raised $18M in Series A funding.
The round was led by Balderton Capital, with participation from Nautilus Venture Partners and Lumia Capital. In conjunction w... |
| 19.10.2017 | Hiya, a Whitepages spinout, nabs $18M for its smart caller ID technology | Hiya came to life a year ago when it was spun out by Whitepages to take on TrueCaller and others in the world of smart caller ID services. Using machine learning analytics on a vast database of calling data (3.5 billion calls to date), Seat... |
| 19.10.2017 | Hiya raises $18 million to grow its mobile caller ID and spam-blocking service globally | Hiya, the company behind the caller ID and spam-blocking app of the same name, has raised $18 million in a series A round of funding as it looks to “transform mobile calling worldwide,” according to a statement.
By way of a quick recap, Hiy... |
| 18.04.2017 | New Samsung Places tool makes it easier to call businesses | While people often search for businesses on the web, the most popular way of actually getting in touch is still by phone. But that means getting the details from your browser and switching to the dialer app to make the call.
Caller profilin... |
| 07.03.2017 | Move over, ID theft -- here's the new No. 1 fraud | Beware of bogus IRS agents, fake offers of tech support and faux beaus -- in other words, impostors. They’ve overtaken identity thieves to become the nation’s top fraudsters, according to the latest consumer complaint data.
The Federal Trad... |
| 22.02.2017 | GeekWire 200 February update: Funding rounds spur hiring pushes for Pacific Northwest startups | Seattle has become known as one of the nation’s hubs for technology, but the Emerald City isn’t the only region with growing tech companies in the Pacific Northwest.
Powered by new money, startups in Portland and Vancouver, B.C., as well as... |
| 07.02.2017 | ZTE leads the way in unwanted call protection | Phone spam from robot calling systems is a major issue in the US and around the world, prompting regulators to look at controlling the problem.
Smartphone maker ZTE is taking a proactive approach and teaming up with caller profile service H... |
| 30.12.2016 | Car accident claims dominate mobile scam calls in 2016, according to Hiya’s own research | London, 30 December 2016 - Scammers are increasing the number of calls where they claim ‘our records show you’ve been in a car accident’, according to call-blocking and caller ID Company, Hiya (www.hiya.com). These types of calls were the m... |
| 02.11.2016 | More than half of British adults plagued by scam calls on their mobile phones | UK Leads Europe in Mobile Nuisance Calls
London – 2 November 2016 More than half (53%) of adults in Britain regularly receive fraudulent or scam calls on their mobiles, according to online YouGov research from call-blocking and caller ID Co... |
| 02.07.2016 | Sorry, Apple, but your fix for phone spam isn’t good enough | Unwanted calls to mobile phones are by no means a new nuisance. But my company, Hiya, tracks call blocking, and we’ve noticed a meteoric rise in fraudulent activity — a 65% year-over-year growth in the number of spam calls our users receive... |
| 02.07.2016 | Sorry, Apple, but your fix for phone spam isn’t good enough | Did you miss a session from GamesBeat Summit 2022? All sessions are available to stream now. Learn more.
Unwanted calls to mobile phones are by no means a new nuisance. But my company, Hiya, tracks call blocking, and we’ve noticed a meteori... |
| 27.04.2016 | Whitepages spins out its caller-ID business as Hiya to take on TrueCaller | Some changes underway at Whitepages.com, the company that compiles public record databases on people and businesses: it is spinning out its caller ID operations and app as a new business called Hiya. Its free app, which helps users ID who i... |
| 10.03.2011 | WhitePages aims to clean up your address book with Hiya | Seattle company WhitePages has built up a massive database of contact information for people and businesses — it supposedly has more than 200 million listings. Now WhitePges wants to use its technology to clean up your address book with an ... |
| - | The spam call epidemic is stopping people from answering their phones | Ahead of the FCC’s meeting on Wednesday focused on toughening up caller ID rules to make it harder for spam callers to hide their identity, a new report is out that shows the effect such calls are having on Americans’ overall smartphone usa... |
| - | Amazon and Venmo Phone Scams Still on Fraudster Speed Dial | It's well documented that scammers are everywhere online, but a new report from call security specialist Hiya reminds us not to overlook good old fashioned phone fraud, highlighting the ongoing prevalence of Amazon scams and a recent surge ... |
| - | Hiya | “Your subscribers want you to fix the spam and fraud call problem. Deliver security and voice integrity to them with Hiya Protect.” |
