Cambodia’s Rapid Digitalisation Demands Enhanced Digital Security – What Solutions Are Available?
The ongoing swift digital transformation in Cambodia is presenting significant opportunities for businesses but also posing challenges that need to be addressed through inclusive policies, skills development initiatives, and investment into secure infrastructure and digital security.
As Cambodia from a governance level navigates this critical phase in its digital transformation, there is an increasing focus on enhancing cybersecurity and building trust in digital services which are guided by the ASEAN Digital Masterplan 2025 (ADM 2025), outlining the essential steps for developing a secure and competitive digital economy in the Kingdom.
It's probably fair to say that compared to some regional leaders like Singapore and Malaysia, Cambodia's cybersecurity measures are still in the early stages of development - So what solutions are available to Cambodian businesses?
MekongNet Is a Leading ISP In Cambodia
MekongNet has been a leading Internet Service Provider (ISP) in Cambodia since 2006 and has enhanced its digital security through a partnership with IPification which are the only global provider of mobile IP address-based authentication and identity solutions.
This collaboration aims to provide advanced mobile authentication solutions that streamline user identity verification while improving security measures for enterprises which are becoming increasingly important in a digitised Cambodia.
MekongNet continues to ensure it partners with leading tech firms to improve mobile, network, and online security.
MekongNet’s Mobile Authentication Solutions
On September 1, 2023, MekongNet and IPification launched a next-generation one-click mobile authentication service in Cambodia (which followed a period of collaboration since 2021) and leverages IPification's unique technology to allow users to verify their identity with a single tap using their mobile ID key.
The mobile ID key includes clients' IP addresses, phone numbers, and device data, and this approach enhances security but also simplifies the onboarding process for users, making it more efficient for businesses to manage customer interactions.
This was launched to drive the deployment and adoption rate of this service by enterprises in Cambodia while shoring up security.
Key Benefits Of MekongNet’s Mobile Data Authentication’s Seamless Security
Albert Lee, head of MekongNet’s Value Added Services said of the service, “MekongNet's SMS services have always been the leader in security, protecting both our clients using our services and their customers receiving the SMS content. IPification's platform allows us to further enhance our focus on security by providing the newest innovation in phone number verification.”
Mobile Data Authentication protects the users and clients by not using sensitive user data, and instead, uses unique identifiers from the telecom provider.
MekongNet offers a full suite of IPification mobile identity solutions, under its Mobile Data Authentication service.
- Enhanced Customer Security: The integration of IPification's platform enables MekongNet to offer robust security features, including fraud prevention tools such as SIM swap detection (where it can detect hackers taking over accounts) and device change detection. This is crucial for protecting sensitive user information and maintaining trust in digital transactions.
- Improved User Experience: The new MekongNet authentication process is designed to be frictionless, allowing users to verify their identity quickly and easily as it is pinless security - there is no need to remember a username, password or pin code. This allows for increased productivity within organisations and the service supports both SMS and mobile data authentication under a single billing account, providing flexibility for clients in Cambodia.
- Technical Support and Customisation: MekongNet's extensive experience in API provisioning allows it to offer tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of various enterprises. This includes customised implementation and ongoing technical support, ensuring that businesses can effectively utilize the mobile authentication services.
Where Can Mobile Authentication Solutions Be Used?
The partnership between MekongNet and IPification represents a significant advancement in digital security for Cambodian enterprises as it is a seamless and secure mobile authentication solution.
This can be applied to any app that requires user verification such as mobile banking apps, money transfers, food ordering, online shopping, ride-hailing, logistics apps, hotel reservations etc.
This results in enhanced security protocols but also improves the overall user experience in the evolving digital landscape.
This initiative from MekongNet also aligns with Cambodia's broader goals of digital transformation and security enhancement in the telecommunications sector which are key for the overall economic development of the nation.
These commitments to enhancing the cybersecurity infrastructure and fostering public awareness in building a secure digital environment instil trust among users and businesses.