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Outsmarting Robocalls: Entrepreneur’s Battle Through Innovation with CEO Alex Quilici | Ep 853
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In this compelling episode of The Digital Executive, Brian Thomas delves into the world of telecommunications and security with Alex Quilici, CEO of YouMail and a pioneering force in the fight against robocalls. With a PhD in computer science and over 30 patents to his name, Quilici has spent more than two decades at the forefront of technological innovation. He shares his journey with YouMail, a company that has been dedicated to enhancing communication safety through its free robocall blocking app and call protection service since 2007. Quilici highlights two patents he's particularly proud of: communication fingerprinting for detecting bad phone numbers and using speech recognition to access internet information. These innovations underline YouMail’s strategic approach to combating unwanted calls and securing communications.
Under Quilici's leadership, YouMail has not only survived but thrived through perseverance and strategic pivots, evolving from a voicemail service to a robust call-blocking solution. The Robocall Index, launched by YouMail, stands out as a testament to the company's impact, offering unprecedented insights into robocall trends and fueling policy changes. Quilici discusses the role of AI in enhancing telecommunications security and foresees its potential to preemptively identify and neutralize threats in real-time. His vision for leveraging AI to protect vulnerable populations from scams underscores a commitment to using technology for societal good. This episode is a deep dive into the challenges and innovations in the ongoing battle against robocalls, offering inspiration for entrepreneurs and technologists alike.
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Manage episode 409469244 series 2793542
In this compelling episode of The Digital Executive, Brian Thomas delves into the world of telecommunications and security with Alex Quilici, CEO of YouMail and a pioneering force in the fight against robocalls. With a PhD in computer science and over 30 patents to his name, Quilici has spent more than two decades at the forefront of technological innovation. He shares his journey with YouMail, a company that has been dedicated to enhancing communication safety through its free robocall blocking app and call protection service since 2007. Quilici highlights two patents he's particularly proud of: communication fingerprinting for detecting bad phone numbers and using speech recognition to access internet information. These innovations underline YouMail’s strategic approach to combating unwanted calls and securing communications.
Under Quilici's leadership, YouMail has not only survived but thrived through perseverance and strategic pivots, evolving from a voicemail service to a robust call-blocking solution. The Robocall Index, launched by YouMail, stands out as a testament to the company's impact, offering unprecedented insights into robocall trends and fueling policy changes. Quilici discusses the role of AI in enhancing telecommunications security and foresees its potential to preemptively identify and neutralize threats in real-time. His vision for leveraging AI to protect vulnerable populations from scams underscores a commitment to using technology for societal good. This episode is a deep dive into the challenges and innovations in the ongoing battle against robocalls, offering inspiration for entrepreneurs and technologists alike.
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