In this episode we shed light on the rising issue of robocalls and scam calls, untangling the complex web of technology, regulations, and telco motivations. Explore the advanced tools and methods employed to detect and thwart these deceitful calls, while understanding the vital role regulations play in enabling effective action. But the battle doesn't end there. Dive deeper with us as we uncover the alarming evolution of scammers, who now utilize targeted lists obtained from data breaches, equipping themselves with personal information that makes their calls distressingly effective. Gain valuable insights into the motivations driving telco providers to combat this ever-growing problem, and arm yourself with knowledge and strategies to protect against phone scams. This podcast is hosted by Ayelet Biger-Levin https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayelet-biger-levin/  who spent the last 15 years building technology to help financial institutions authenticate their customers and identify fraud. She believes that when it comes to scams, the story starts well before the transaction. She has created this podcast to talk about the human side of scams, and to learn from people who have decided to dedicate their lives to speaking up on behalf of scam victims and who take action to solve this problem. Be sure to follow her on LinkedIn and reach out to learn about her additional activities in this space.   Also check out https://scamranger.ai if you had received a message that you suspect is a scam