AWS Messaging & Targeting Blog

On December 2, 2024, Amazon Web Services (AWS) re:Invent conference returns to Las Vegas for our 13th year. There will be an abundance of activities for exploring, learning, networking and fun. We will definitely have groundbreaking announcements made during the different keynotes throughout the event that you won’t want to miss. Discover new ideas and […]

In today’s digital landscape, where cyberattacks continue to grow more sophisticated, the need for robust security measures has never been more paramount. One-Time Passwords (OTPs) have long been a crucial component of multi-factor authentication. They provide an additional layer of security to protect user accounts from unauthorized access. The landscape of OTP delivery is evolving […]

SMS, WhatsApp, and email are essential channels for communication, each offering distinct advantages. SMS is known for its high deliverability and broad accessibility, making it a reliable choice for reaching users even without internet access. However, SMS can be costly, and delivery failures may lead to opportunity costs, such as potential lost sales if users […]

Evolving threats, flexible work models, and a growing patchwork of data protection and privacy laws have made securing business communications a challenge. We are excited to announce that Amazon Web Services (AWS) Wickr has been named a Strong Performer in The Forrester Wave™: Secure Communications Solutions, Q3 2024. We believe this recognition from Forrester underscores […]

Introduction Businesses and organizations today struggle to effectively communicate with their customers, employees, or other stakeholders across the diverse range of digital channels they now use. One common problem arises when the requirement to exchange information quickly and reliably extends beyond traditional email. This issue challenges organizations where recipients lack immediate access to email. This […]

Updated 10/31/2024 to include additional Brand Registration steps for “Public Profit” companies What is 10DLC? Ten-Digit Long Code, or more commonly shortened as 10DLC, is intended specifically for sending Application-to-Person (A2P) SMS in the United States only. If you don’t send text messages to recipients in the US, then 10DLC doesn’t apply to you. 10DLC […]

Important Update (10/31/2024) – Amazon WorkMail now supports multi-factor authentication (MFA) through integration with AWS IAM Identity Center! Please see the What’s New announcement and the Amazon WorkMail documentation for more information. Your Organization’s Email May Be at Risk: Lessons from the Microsoft Exchange Online Intrusion and Guidance to Ensure Better Protection. The recent compromise […]

Customers not using Amazon SES Mail Manager, or those leveraging the authenticated SMTP functionality, are not at risk of EchoSpoofing. In such cases, no further action is required. However, customers currently using or evaluating the unauthenticated SMTP relay feature of Amazon SES Mail Manager are strongly advised to review and implement the guidance provided in […]

Introduction: AWS End User Messaging enables customers to send SMS messages to recipients located across the globe. If you are planning on rolling out SMS across multiple countries, we recommend reviewing this blog. When you send SMS or MMS messages using AWS End User Messaging SMS, you must use a specific origination identity that supports […]

Organizations that are looking to establish secure communication networks at the edge often encounter challenges. The use of disparate collaboration tools on personal and government-issued devices can make it difficult to protect sensitive data and avoid communication gaps. This blog post highlights four common communication issues that customers encounter when operating in disconnected (or intermittently […]