cybersecurity
Android expands pilot for in-call scam protection for financial apps
Google’s Android team is enhancing mobile security to combat scams using AI and advanced security measures. A recent survey indicates that Android users are less likely to receive scam texts compared to iOS users. To address evolving scams, particularly those involving screen sharing, Android has launched in-call scam protections. This feature warns users during calls with unrecognized numbers when using financial apps, leading to successful interventions in the UK pilot. Now expanding into the US and other countries, this initiative aims to safeguard users from potential financial losses.
Google Online Security Blog
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