AT&T joins Global Telco Security Alliance
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The Global Telco Security Alliance, the industry alliance founded by Singtel, SoftBank, Etisalat and Telefónica. has welcomed a new member in US telecoms giant AT&T.
The inclusion of AT&T will significantly increase the global presence and resources available to the alliance, which was first launched in April 2018.
AT&T, which has joined the group as an equal member, has become the first North American member of the alliance.
AT&T recently enhanced its cybersecurity capabilities and technologies though the acquisition of cybersecurity solutions provider AlienVault for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition target was converted into a wholly-owned subsidiary of AT&T named AT&T Cybersecurity.
Globally, the alliance now has access to the expertise of more than 6,000 security experts and a global network of more than 28 Security Operations Centres. Combined, the members of the alliance have more than 1.2 billion customers in more than 60 countries across APAC, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas.
“We are thrilled to be the first telco in North America to join the alliance, and to do so as a founding member,” AT&T Cybersecurity president Barmak Meftah said.
te“Hackers have well established and organized communities that cooperate to produce cyber threats and it’s time large network operators work together to help deliver disruptive innovations and enable our global customers to detect and respond to threats faster and protect their digital footprint.”
Questions & Answers
Q.Which companies originally founded the Global Telco Security Alliance?
Which companies originally founded the Global Telco Security Alliance?
The Global Telco Security Alliance was founded by Singtel, SoftBank, Etisalat, and Telefónica. These four companies established the industry alliance before AT&T's recent inclusion as the first North American member.
Q.When was the Global Telco Security Alliance first launched?
When was the Global Telco Security Alliance first launched?
The Global Telco Security Alliance, which recently welcomed AT&T, was initially launched in April 2018. It has since expanded its membership to include the US telecoms giant.
Q.How did AT&T enhance its cybersecurity capabilities before joining the alliance?
How did AT&T enhance its cybersecurity capabilities before joining the alliance?
AT&T enhanced its cybersecurity capabilities by acquiring AlienVault, a cybersecurity solutions provider. This acquisition target was subsequently converted into AT&T Cybersecurity, a wholly-owned subsidiary of AT&T.
Q.What collective resources does the alliance now have with AT&T's membership?
What collective resources does the alliance now have with AT&T's membership?
With AT&T's membership, the alliance now has access to the expertise of over 6,000 security experts and a global network of more than 28 Security Operations Centres. Its members serve over 1.2 billion customers.
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