Press Release
Media Contact: Milind Borkar, +1 (972) 217-7106, info@illuma.cx
UniWyo Credit Union Fights Fraud with IllumaSHIELD™ Voice Verification Technology
UniWyo Credit Union has announced a strategic partnership with Illuma, the leading provider of real-time voice authentication for financial institutions. Through this collaboration, UniWyo has implemented IllumaSHIELD™, a state-of-the-art voice authentication solution designed to significantly reduce verification time while strengthening protection against fraud.
IllumaSHIELD™ uses advanced voice biometrics to passively verify members during phone interactions with UniWyo’s contact center. This cutting-edge solution replaces traditional knowledge-based authentication methods — such as PINs, passwords, or security questions — with a frictionless and secure process using proprietary AudioPrint™ technology that is both faster and more secure.
“At UniWyo, protecting our members and their personal information is at the heart of everything we do,” said Tara Springsteen, Vice President of Operations at UniWyo Credit Union. “Our partnership with Illuma reflects our commitment to innovation in fraud prevention. The IllumaSHIELD™ platform not only enhances security but also delivers a frictionless, more efficient authentication experience for our members.”
Illuma’s voice authentication technology integrates easily with existing phone platforms. Unlike legacy authentication methods that can be vulnerable to social engineering and data breaches, IllumaSHIELD™ offers a highly secure and frictionless solution to verifying identity.
“Fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated, and financial institutions need to stay a step ahead,” said Milind Borkar, Founder and CEO of Illuma. “We’re proud to support UniWyo in their mission to protect members with our AI-driven voice authentication solution. IllumaSHIELD™ is helping financial institutions across the country reduce fraud, shorten call times, and build stronger trust with their account holders.”
The implementation of IllumaSHIELD™ aligns with UniWyo’s ongoing digital transformation strategy, reinforcing its role as a forward-thinking credit union dedicated to member security and service excellence.
About Illuma
Illuma is a FinTech company headquartered in Plano, Texas. Illuma is a leader in real-time voice authentication and fraud prevention for financial institutions. Its flagship solution, IllumaSHIELD™, uses AI-powered voice biometrics to deliver secure, seamless authentication, reducing fraud risks while improving efficiency in contact centers.
IllumaSHIELD™ has been featured at premier FinTech events like FinovateSpring and FinovateFall, and has won multiple accolades, including ‘Best in Show’ at VentureTech 2019, the 2022 CreditUnions.com Innovation Series Award in the Member Experience category, the 2024 CreditUnions.com Innovation Series Award for Innovations in Fraud, the 2022 NACUSO Next Big Idea Competition, and most recently, the ‘Best in Show’ award at the 2024 FinovateFall event, recognizing our leadership in financial technology innovation. For more information, visit https://illuma.cx.
About UniWyo Credit Union
UniWyo Credit Union is a full-service financial institution headquartered in Laramie, Wyoming, proudly serving over 57,000 members from locations across the state. Originally established by University of Wyoming employees, UniWyo has grown into a modern, member-focused credit union committed to empowering financial success through personalized service, innovative banking solutions, and strong community involvement. UniWyo continues to lead with trust, integrity, and a commitment to putting people first. Learn more at https://www.uniwyo.com/.