As fraud tactics become more sophisticated, mobile networks are emerging as a powerful new line of defence. In a recent Payment Expert podcast, Samantha Kight, Head of Industry Security explains how the GSMA is helping banks, fintechs and telecom providers combat scams through real-time mobile intelligence. Its Scam Signal API can alert banks when a customer is on a suspicious call while making a transaction – a common sign of authorised push payment fraud. Samantha also highlights the need for stronger cross-industry collaboration to outpace increasingly global, tech-enabled scammers.
Tuesday 7 April, 2026