Draft:Jussi Teeriaho - Finnish Entrepreneur and Innovator
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Intro
[edit]| Date Of Birth | 24 June 1967 |
| Birth Place | Hämeenlinna, Finland |
| Married | Michaela Teeriaho |
| Nationality | Finnish |
| Alma Mater | Computer Science |
| Occupation(s) | Chairman and founder of MobiBank,
Forerunner and investor at SMS/iSMS technology Founder of BackUp for Nokia Mobile |
Jussi Seppo Juhani Teeriaho[1] (born 24 June 1967) is a Finnish businessperson and digital activist, known for his contributions to mobile technology and banking. He is the chairman and founder of MobiBank, a mobile banking software company based in Finland, and holds a majority stake in the company.[2]
Career Background
[edit]Before founding MobiBank, Teeriaho developed the BackUp system for Nokia phones, a solution that safeguarded user data on mobile devices. His invention gained significant attention during Nokia's peak as a leading mobile phone manufacturer. Teeriaho also played a role in the development of iSMS technology and served on the board of BMC Software[3].
Teeriaho's innovation in mobile technology began with the creation of Nokia's BackUp system, which protected digital data on mobile devices. This innovation was driven by the recognition of the vulnerability of data stored on mobile phones. The BackUp system allowed users to secure their contacts, messages, photos, and other files, ensuring the safety of their digital memories.
Investing in iSMS with the Father of SMS Matti Makkonen
[edit]Teeriaho was also involved in the advancement of iSMS technology, collaborating with Matti Makkonen[4], a pioneer in SMS technology. Together, they worked on enhancing the efficiency and speed of mobile communication, including innovations that significantly impacted the airline industry and mobile downloads. One notable achievement was the rapid download of the popular game Angry Birds in Finland.[5]
Teeriaho founded MobiBank with the vision of transforming the mobile banking industry by providing a comprehensive solution that addresses modern financial needs. MobiBank was selected by MasterCard as one of the top 15 innovative companies globally and received support from the Finnish government. The company also secured a global distribution agreement with a U.S. mobile manufacturer for the pre-installation of MobiBank software in various regions, including the USA, Africa, the Middle East, and India.
References
[edit]- ^ Teeriaho, Jussi. "Jussi Teeriaho on about.me". about.me. Retrieved 2024-08-13.
- ^ "CEO Talks with Jussi Teeriaho". Journal. Retrieved 2024-08-13.
- ^ "Mobihai". Mobihai. Retrieved 2024-08-13.
- ^ "Matti Makkonen: Finnish pioneer of texting tech dies". BBC News. 2015-06-30. Retrieved 2024-08-13.
- ^ "Founder's Story". MobiBank. Retrieved 2024-08-13.