The FCC proposed stricter KYC rules that would require originating voice, mobile, and VoIP providers to collect and more carefully verify customer identity data and face steeper, per-call penalties for failures that enable illegal robocalls. The proposal also mandates longer record retention and special requirements for high-volume or risky customers to curb fraud and assist law enforcement. #FCC #Voxbeam
Keypoints
- The FCC proposes stronger KYC requirements for originating voice, commercial mobile, and interconnected VoIP providers.
- Providers would need to collect and verify customer name, physical address, government ID number, alternate phone, and for high-volume users the calling IP and stated use case.
- Penalties for KYC violations would be assessed on a per-call basis to align fines with the volume and harm of illegal calls.
- Providers may be required to retain verification records for at least four years and reverify customer data after unusual activity.
- The measures aim to reduce illegal robocalls, aid law enforcement investigations, and follow enforcement actions such as the proposed $4.5 million fine against Voxbeam.
Read More: https://therecord.media/fcc-proposes-new-rule-robocall-crackdown