Vivo Upgrades Anti-Fraud Software

Brazilian mobile network operator, Vivo has upgraded its anti-fraud platform based on software provided by ECtel. The order was awarded to ECtel and long-term partner Bull, a Europe integrator of open-source software.

By upgrading to FraudView version 8.2, Vivo will benefit from multi-environment real-time detection tools for increased revenue protection and fraud prevention. The new localized version will also enable Vivo, for the first time, to operate the system in Portuguese.

"Our decision to upgrade to FraudView 8.2 was based largely on our successful track record with ECtel and Bull, and our satisfaction with the solution, which enables us to significantly crack down on fraud and revenue losses. We look forward to implementing the new version in our native language and taking advantage of ECtel's industry expertise and leadership, with Bull's added value as a local partner," added Moura.

Vivo is equally owned by Portugal Telecom and the Telefónica group and provides coverage to over 2,000 cities in Brazil. It is the only cellular company in the country that offers mobile communication services for both GSM and CDMA.

Posted to the site on 29th July 2009