GMS presents updated Network Protection Suite at MWC 2025

Telecommunication operators globally are experiencing a paradigm shift as fraud and security threats escalate, challenging traditional network protection approaches. According to recent industry analyses, the telecom sector, especially within A2P SMS and voice communication segments, faces unprecedented increases in fraud and revenue leakage.

A comprehensive report from the Global Leaders Forum reveals alarming trends: 55% of mobile network operators have reported an increase in SMS fraud during 2024, while grey route SMS traffic has climbed to 20%. Additionally, voice fraud has risen by 28%, underscoring the need for stronger, smarter protection strategies.

Operators themselves acknowledge this urgency. A survey conducted by GMS highlights that 80% of MNOs consider fraud mitigation a top priority. Half of these operators stress the necessity for enhanced network protection solutions, 37% express difficulty identifying flash calls, and another 27% seek more effective control over their data networks.

Addressing these critical needs, during MWC 2025 in Barcelona, GMS has introduced an advanced Network Protection Suite explicitly designed to combat modern telecom threats and ensure compliance with evolving regulatory standards. This solution uniquely integrates Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies to proactively detect, analyse, and respond to threats in real-time.

The GMS Network Protection Suite covers the following essential areas:

1. Messaging Security: Employs proactive SMS fraud detection, signature-based analysis, and auto-blocking functionalities combined with continuous network monitoring. It also provides robust protection against signalling threats, particularly within SS7 networks.
2. Voice Protection: Leverages AI and ML for comprehensive call profiling, validation, and proactive management of flash and robocalls. The system accurately forecasts and mitigates voice fraud.

Further enhancing their solution, GMS incorporates automated threat intelligence, advanced traffic correlation capabilities, and predictive analytics. This combination not only boosts operational efficiency and optimizes resource allocation but also ensures continuous evolution and adaptability in response to emerging threats.

The implementation of robotic process automation (RPA) within the GMS solution significantly streamlines network operations, reducing the workload on network engineers by automating routine tasks and enabling quicker response times. Additionally, the advanced AI analytics embedded within the suite empower telecom operators to gain deeper insights into network activities, identifying suspicious patterns before they become substantial threats.

Transparency and regulatory compliance are also integral components of GMS’s strategy. Solutions provided by GMS include inbuilt mechanisms for maintaining data privacy and adhering to stringent regulatory requirements, ensuring that operators can confidently navigate complex compliance environments.

One practical illustration of GMS’s effectiveness is an Asian telecom operator’s experience, where GMS-managed Firewall and Fraud Control Management (FCM) solutions resulted in achieving 80.6% legal traffic. Currently, GMS supports 27 active deployments globally, underscoring its proven capability to safeguard operator revenues and enhance network integrity.

GMS Network Protection Suite is a forward-looking, comprehensive solution for operators aiming to secure their networks against complex threats and recover lost revenues, setting new standards for telecom security in an increasingly challenging landscape.