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U.S. Consumers Received Nearly 4.9 Billion Robocalls in October, According to YouMail Robocall Index

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The 2024 Election Fueled a Large Increase in Robocalls

IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — U.S. consumers received just under 4.9 billion robocalls in October, which was a 9.5% increase from September, and a 6.5% increase from October 2023. October was the highest month in volume since August 2023, although it’s likely an anomaly driven by election-related robocalling. So far this year, the news is still positive, as there have been 43.7 billion robocalls, down 3.3% from the same time period in 2023.

October averaged 158.4 million robocalls/day and 1,833 robocalls/second, up 3.9% from September’s 149.4 million robocalls/day and 1,729 robocalls/second.

“We’ve seen a big jump in robocalls over the past few months, however 2024 continues to be 3% lower than 2023,” said YouMail CEO Alex Quilici. “It also looks like most of the increase is election driven, so we fully expect to see volumes drop materially over the next few months.”

These latest figures are provided by YouMail, a totally free app to protect consumers from unwanted or dangerous calls, texts, and voicemails. The figures are determined by extrapolating from the robocall traffic attempting to get through to YouMail’s millions of active users.

Most Types of Robocalls Increased In October

Telemarketing calls in October increased by over 21% versus September, while scam calls jumped about 18%. In contrast, non-payment notifications fell 4% and payment notifications were flat.    

Type of 
Robocall

Estimated October
Robocalls

Percentage October
Robocalls

Notifications

1.53 billion (-3.3%)

31% (-4%)

Payment Reminders

1.01 billion (+7.8%)

21% (flat)

Telemarketing

1.77 billion (+21.5%)

36% (+3%)

Scam

0.59 billion (+18.2%)

12% (+1%)

As a result, scam calls and telemarketing calls grew to over 2.3 billion robocalls for the month, and roughly 48% of all robocalls.

Looking at the long-term trends, spam has dropped substantially, telemarketing calls continue their substantial increase, in part because of the election, and alerts and reminder robocalls have grown somewhat.

October 2024’s Most Annoying Robocalling Campaign

The most problematic robocall campaign in October was a campaign related to personal loans, very similar to the one YouMail highlighted last month, like calls from this number.

Hi, this is Jennifer. I’m an underwriter with our approval department. I’m just calling to let you know it appears you’ve been prequalified for a personal loan of up to $72,000 with payments starting as low as $530 a month. Please give us a call back here at (877) 941-1030. Again, that number is (877) 941-1030.

This call is problematic because of a high volume of calls, in the many tens of millions, placed from tens of thousands of different numbers. The calls vary slightly in the name used, including Amy, Jennifer, and Sarah, but otherwise are identical. The calls do not clearly identify the company calling, and based on feedback from consumers, appear to be calling people who never contacted the company or asked to be called. The campaign has been recently modified to now provide a toll-free call back number but does not highlight that it can be called to opt out. Further, when calling back the source of the calls appear to require significant additional information before they can provide the loan, suggesting a risk of identity theft. The calls further appear to use the names of companies that when contacted or on their websites say they are not responsible for making these calls.

The Source of This Data

These data points are provided by YouMail, a free call protection app for mobile phones. YouMail won the American Business Awards’ Gold Stevie Award for Technical Innovation of the Year, and the YouMail app was named the nation’s best robocall-blocking solution in a competition organized by Geoffrey Fowler of the Washington Post.

YouMail blocks unwanted robocallers by making sure the user’s phone doesn’t ring, and then plays an out-of-service message that leads them to think they dialed an invalid number. YouMail identifies problematic numbers and robocalls using a combination of its recently patented audio fingerprinting technology, call patterns, and consumer feedback.

YouMail provides the YouMail Robocall Index to estimate robocall volume across the country and for specific area codes every month. This estimate is formed by extrapolating from the behavior of the billions of calls YouMail has handled for its users, and these statistics are regularly cited by the FCC as a definitive source for national data trends.  

For a full ranking of cities, states and area codes, as well as details on the behavior of robocallers in each area code, please see http://robocallindex.com. To listen to actual voice messages left by robocallers, please visit the YouMail Directory. To join the YouMail Robocall Index mailing list, please write to RobocallIndex@YouMail.com.

About YouMail, Inc.

YouMail protects consumers, enterprises, and carriers from harmful phone calls. YouMail provides US and UK consumers app-based call protection services through the YouMail, Another Number, and HulloMail apps. These solutions answer over a billion live calls per year from well over 20 million phone numbers, powering America’s most robust telephone sensor network in identifying and providing zero-hour protection against illegal calling campaigns and cyberattacks. YouMail Protective Services leverages this sensor network to protect consumer-facing enterprises by detecting and helping shut down imposter traffic that can lead to financial or brand damage, as well as to protect carriers with robocall mitigation services that detect and help stop bad traffic originating, traversing, or terminating on their networks. This sensor network is also used to provide the  YouMail Robocall Index™ is the nation’s definitive source on telephone network activity and attacks. YouMail, Inc. is privately funded and based in Irvine, California. 

Contact:

Gabriella Troiani for YouMail
Lumina Communications
YouMailPR@luminapr.com

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Never Seen Underwater Imagery Honors WWII Submariners

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NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Lost 52 Project, is honoring the memory and sacrifice of our WWII naval heroes by releasing private expedition photogrammetry footage of their submarine discoveries that span over 14 years.

The Lost 52 Project.org founded by celebrated ocean explorer and Underwater Robotics Company Founder, Tim Taylor, has unveiled never-before-seen photogrammetry footage of multiple WWII submarine discoveries, highlighting a significant milestone in the field of underwater archaeology.

The successful subsea expeditions led by the Lost 52 Project have documented the final resting sites of WWII submarines USS R-12, USS S-26, USS S-35 USS S-28, USS Grayback, USS Grunion, USS Harder and the Sumner Class Destroyer Mannert L Abele. These are underwater graves of 452 servicemen (including two Brazilian Officers) who proudly served aboard these vessels.

In recognition of their remarkable accomplishments, the Lost 52 Project has been awarded the prestigious Brazilian Navy League Medal of Honor and the project’s founder, Tim Taylor, has been honored as an honorary Brazilian submariner and conferred with the US Navy’s Distinguished Public Service Award, the highest civilian medal issued by the Navy.

The Lost 52 Project has garnered international acclaim with JAMSTEC (Japan Agency for Marine-Earth Science and Technology) hailing it as the first and most comprehensive offshore underwater archaeological expedition in the Pacific waters. The project’s recent 2023/2024 expedition was conducted in collaboration with the National Museum of the Philippines, an esteemed institution dedicated to the preservation of Filipino heritage.

Tim Taylor, CEO of Tiburon Subsea Inc. and a renowned expert in underwater robotics, expressed his enthusiasm for the project’s groundbreaking advancements in historical preservation. He states: “Through the utilization of cutting-edge 4D modeling photogrammetry technology, the Lost 52 Project has created unparalleled archaeological records that provide invaluable insights into our shared naval history.”

For more information about the groundbreaking work of the Lost 52 Project and Tim Taylor’s dedication to marine exploration, please contact Christine Dennison, Media Relations, at 212-744-6763 or via email at 386007@email4pr.com.

 

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Rexton Introduces Rexton Reach inoX-CIC Li: A Rechargeable, Discreet Hearing Aid for Modern Lifestyles

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The durable hearing aid offers wearers an invisible, convenient solution with advanced stabilization technology that improves hearing in even the most challenging listening situations. 

ISELIN, N.J., Nov. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Expanding on its recently announced Rexton Reach hearing aid platform, hearing aid manufacturer Rexton has launched the Rexton Reach inoX-CIC Li, a rechargeable completely-in-canal (CIC) hearing aid that allows wearers to be fully involved in every conversation, even in challenging listening environments.

Rexton Reach inoX-CIC Li features an instant-fit design that fits comfortably within the ear canal, making it ideal for individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss who value both discretion and rechargeability.

Joining the Rexton Reach platform alongside the Rexton Reach R-Li T, a rechargeable receiver-in-canal (RIC) hearing aid, Rexton Reach inoX-CIC Li ensures that every voice in a conversation is clear and recognizable.

“We introduced the Rexton Reach hearing aid platform to empower wearers to fully participate in group conversations and hear multiple voices simultaneously, even amidst background noise. The Rexton Reach inoX-CIC Li expands on that mission by offering a discreet solution for wearers who may have previously rejected hearing aids due to their appearance, prioritize invisibility and want the convenience of rechargeability. For HCPs, it’s an easy-to-fit option for patients who don’t want the traditional look of receiver-in-canal hearing aids,” said Kerrie Coughlin, Vice President Brand Marketing at WSAudiology.

Rexton Reach inoX-CIC Li: An Invisible Rechargeable Hearing Aid

Rexton Reach inoX-CIC is equipped with Rexton’s voice stabilizer technology that creates differentiation between closer and farther away speakers so wearers can focus on voices they need to hear while also hearing them at the right volumes.

The hearing aids connect seamlessly with smartphones via the Rexton App, enabling users to control volume, programs, sound balance, and access remote care with ease. They feature an impressive wear time of up to 28 hours. They are fully charged in four hours via USB or wireless Qi charging, with a 30-minute fast charge adding up to six hours of runtime. They can also be charged on-the-go with a stylish charging case that holds up to four full charges.

Rexton Reach inoX-CIC Li features a robust Lifeproof® design that can withstand the drops, splashes, and scratches of everyday life and is built with rugged components that are extensively tested to ensure they can withstand whatever life throws at them. It also features an ATEX certification, which verifies that they are tested and approved to be intrinsically safe for use in potentially explosive environments.

“Rexton Reach inoX-CIC Li represents the perfect blend of discretion, performance, and convenience,” continued Coughlin. “Wearers look for hearing aids that not only help them hear better but also fit seamlessly into their lives. This new addition to our Rexton Reach platform achieves that goal. By providing a hearing aid that is both reliable and discreet, we’re empowering users to confidently participate in every aspect of their personal and professional lives.”

Rexton Reach inoX-CIC Li is available in Mocha and Black color options. It’s available at select hearing care professionals (HCPs), HearUSA centers, and Costco Hearing Centers nationwide.

For more information about Rexton Reach and its features and availability, visit www.rexton.com. For hi-res photography, click here.

About Rexton
Rexton is a global hearing aid brand established in 1955. At Rexton, we believe that nothing hearing related should ever be left to chance, both for the people with hearing loss, and those who depend upon them. We understand the challenges those with hearing loss face, and in response we offer proven hearing technology that is made Lifeproof, so it can be counted upon to perform reliably in even the most challenging of environments. At work, at home, in harsh weather or climates, you can always RELY ON REXTON.

Media Contact:
Dan Griffin
Griffin360
386059@email4pr.com
212-481-3456

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MARPAI TO HOST WEBCAST ON NOVEMBER 12, 2024 TO DISCUSS THIRD QUARTER 2024 FINANCIAL RESULTS

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TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Marpai, Inc. (“Marpai” or the “Company”) (OTCQX: MRAI), a technology platform company, operates as a national Third-Party Administrator (TPA) through its subsidiaries. We’re transforming the $22 billion TPA market by offering affordable, intelligent, healthcare solutions to self-funded employer health plans. The Company will host a conference call and webcast on Tuesday, November 12 at 8:30 a.m. ET to present the Company’s operational and financial highlights for its third quarter 2024. The Company will report its third quarter results on Monday after the market close.

Event:

Marpai Third Quarter Financial Results Conference Call

Date:

November 12, 2024

Time:

8:30 a.m. Eastern Time

Call:   

US: 1-646-357-8785 / Toll Free: 1-800-836-8184

Webcast:   

https://app.webinar.net/Jd298rR8DBe

To instantly join the conference call by phone, please use the following link to easily register close to the call start time. After registering, the system will call you instantly and connect you into the conference call automatically: https://emportal.ink/4f2qTxJ

Alternatively, you may dial in to the conference call by calling 1-646-357-8785 or 1-800-836-8184 and you will be connected to the call by an Operator.

You may also stream the call by Webcast by following this link: https://app.webinar.net/Jd298rR8DBe. The webcast replay will be available at the same URL within 2 hours of the end of the call. A replay of the call will be available within 2 hours of the end of the call until November 19, 2024 by calling 1-646-517-4150 or 1-888-660-6345 and entering the replay code, 07499 #.

About Marpai, Inc.

Marpai, Inc. (OTCQX: MRAI) is a technology platform company which operates subsidiaries that provide TPA and value-oriented health plan services to employers that directly pay for employee health benefits. Primarily competing in the $22 billion TPA sector serving self-funded employer health plans representing over $1 trillion in annual claims. Marpai works to deliver the healthiest member population for the health plan budget. Operating nationwide, Marpai offers access to leading provider networks including Aetna and Cigna and all TPA services. For more information, visit https://ir.marpaihealth.com the content of which is not incorporated by reference into this press release.

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