We know the industry

Behind every connection is someone worth protecting

AB Handshake was founded by telecom professionals who understand the challenges of fraud firsthand. We develop technologies that help telcos, businesses, and regulators protect people and revenue while restoring trust across voice and messaging.

Why it matters

We knew the problem
from the inside

Years of running an international telecom business exposed us to the complexity of global networks and the limits of traditional fraud prevention. We founded AB Handshake to take a fundamentally different approach: combining AI-powered behavioral intelligence with real-time, out-of-band validation to detect fraud that most solutions overlook.

Meet the team

Built by people who understand telecom

Our team brings together expertise in telecommunications, engineering, data science, and fraud prevention. We combine knowledge of how networks operate with practical experience of investigating fraud and supporting customers.

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Nadejda Papernaia

Nadejda Papernaia

CEO
Sergey Okhrimenko

Sergey Okhrimenko

CTO
Anna Potapova De Honorato

Anna Potapova De Honorato

Head of Strategic Partnerships
Dmitry Sumin

Dmitry Sumin

Head of Products
Oleg Pokrishchenko

Oleg Pokrishchenko

Chief of Onboarding and Support Operations
Marie Casey

Marie Casey

Product Manager
our mission

Support everyone fighting against fraud

We combine behavioral intelligence and real-time verification to support informed fraud prevention decisions.

Our vision

A world where people and businesses can rely on secure, trustworthy communications in every interaction.

Our ambition

Make our approach to trusted communications a global standard, helping the industry stay ahead of fraud as networks, technologies, and threats evolve.

Principles and values

What defines us and how we work

What defines us

Trustworthy

We earn trust through honesty, transparency, and reliable results.

Intelligent

We turn complex communication signals into meaningful fraud intelligence.

Verifiable

We combine behavioral intelligence and real-time verification to support informed fraud prevention decisions.

Precise

We make evidence-based decisions grounded in real communication data.

HOW WE WORK

Determined

We take ownership and stay with the problem until it is solved.

Curious

We challenge assumptions, keep learning, and explore better approaches.

Flexible

We adapt our solutions to real customer needs.

Collaborative

We work alongside our customers and industry partners to solve problems together.

Where we are

AB Handshake today: global reach, deep expertise

We work across international telecom networks, bringing together expertise in telecommunications, AI, data science, engineering, and fraud prevention.

160+

telecom operators worldwide

40+

fraud prevention specialists

24/7

managed fraud prevention services

Customers

Building trust together

Learn what our customers and partners say.

Kenneth Graham
Kenneth Graham
MD of Wholesale and Products
,
Vodafone Procure & Connect

AB Handshake and Vodafone Procure & Connect have launched Vodafone Voice Protect, an AI-powered real-time call management platform designed to help mobile operators and MVNOs fight fraud and restore trust in voice communications.

“We believe the industry must take a more proactive approach to tackling voice fraud, restoring confidence in the channel, and transforming it into a driver of business growth.”

Pedro Sebastião
Pedro Sebastião
Director of Partnerships
,
Comfone

“Partnering with AB Handshake aligns with our commitment to equip our customers with best-in-class, trusted solutions. AB Handshake’s innovative approach to fraud prevention strongly complements our portfolio and reinforces our mission to safeguard the global roaming ecosystem. This collaboration is also a robust example of the Comfone Partnership Program in action, bringing together leading specialists to deliver tangible value to the telecommunications community.”

Andreas Hipp
Andreas Hipp
CEO and Chairman
,
Cataleya

“AB Handshake complements what we already do. Adding the handshake capability makes for a comprehensive anti-fraud strategy.”

Associations

Part of the global telecom community

Working with leading associations and communities to advance safer communications.

Awards

Recognized by the industry

Awarded for innovation in telecom fraud prevention and communications security.

Juniper Future Digital Awards 2026
2026 Best Real-time Fraud Intelligence Sharing Solution.
GENESIS Hackathon
2025 Winner at the ROCCO Hackathon in the “Messaging Challenge” category.
Globee® Cyber Security Global Excellence Awards
Gold GLOBEE® Winner as "Startup of the Year" in the "Telecommunications Security" category.
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is AB Handshake Corporation?

AB Handshake Corporation is a Miami-based telecom fraud prevention technology company founded in 2020. It develops Call Validation and Traffic Intelligence technologies for operators, carriers, and other organizations working to protect communications.

Is AB Handshake a recognized telecom fraud prevention vendor?

AB Handshake's industry credentials include participation in the GSMA, MEF, CFCA, GLF, and ITU ecosystem, alongside awards from Juniper Research, the Cybersecurity Excellence Awards, and other industry organizations.

When was AB Handshake founded?

AB Handshake Corporation was founded in Miami in 2020. Its early work focused on enabling participating operators to independently verify information about the same call.

Where is AB Handshake headquartered?

AB Handshake Corporation is headquartered at 66 West Flagler Street, Suite 900 — #2329, Miami, Florida 33130, United States.

Is AB Handshake the same company as Handshake AI or the Handshake job platform?

No. AB Handshake Corporation is an independent company specializing in telecommunications fraud prevention technology.

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