Chiefs from GSMA, Orange and Bharti Airtel warned scams are scaling fast and eroding confidence in the connected economy

Fraud, security and digital trust emerged as key concerns at a major industry discussion, as telco leaders including GSMA, Orange and Bharti Airtel warned that scams are escalating rapidly across global networks, undermining confidence in the digital economy, reports Mobile World Live. Speakers highlighted that fraud is becoming increasingly sophisticated, driven by AI and cross-border criminal networks exploiting gaps between systems and jurisdictions. They stressed that tackling the threat requires stronger collaboration between operators, governments, and digital platforms, alongside faster intelligence sharing and coordinated regulation. The discussion also underscored the growing economic impact of scams and the urgent need to strengthen trust in connectivity.