Google Unveils AI Tools to Combat Conversational Scams on Android
Google has introduced two new AI-powered tools to combat conversational scams on Android devices. Both tools prioritize user privacy by processing data on-device and minimizing data sharing.
The first tool, Scam Detection for messages, is now available in English in the US, UK, and Canada. It identifies potential scams in real-time, even after initial messages are received. The tool warns users of suspicious patterns in SMS, MMS, and RCS messages from non-contacts. Meanwhile, Scam Detection for calls is currently in public beta for US-based English-speaking Phone by Google users on Pixel phones. It processes call audio on-device to protect user privacy and notifies users of potential scam calls from non-contacts.
In addition to these consumer-facing tools, Google Cloud has launched AI Protection. This platform-agnostic solution safeguards AI workloads and data across clouds and models. It enables security teams to discover AI inventory, secure AI assets, and manage AI threats such as prompt injection and malicious URLs. AI Protection is integrated with Google Security Command Center (SCC) and Mandiant Consultants offer services to help organizations secure their AI systems.
Google's new AI-powered tools aim to protect users from conversational scams while maintaining privacy. Scam Detection for messages is expanding internationally, and Scam Detection for calls is currently in beta. Additionally, AI Protection provides a comprehensive solution for securing AI workloads and data across various platforms and models.
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