Tag: Scam Detection
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In-Call Scam Protection Reaches Android 15 and Older Phones: What We Know So Far
Google is adding an extra layer against phone scammers on older Android phones. Here’s what it covers and what Google hasn’t said yet.
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Google Messages Enhanced Protection Adds Gemini Scam Checks for Texts From Strangers
Google Messages is adding an Enhanced mode that uses Gemini to screen unknown senders and risky links. Here’s what it does and how to find it.
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Rhode Island Sues Meta Over Scam Ads: What It Means for You
Rhode Island says Meta profits from scam ads on Facebook and Instagram. Here is what the state wants and how to protect yourself.
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Chrome Enhanced Protection Now Uses Gemini to Catch Fake Antivirus and Update Scams
Chrome’s Enhanced Protection now uses a stronger Gemini model to flag fake antivirus alerts and fake update pages. Here’s what changed and how to switch it on.
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Google Messages Enhanced Protection Mode: What It Checks and Who Gets It
Google is adding an opt-in scam shield to Messages that uses Gemini to judge senders and links. Here’s how it works and which phones qualify.
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September 2026 Pixel Drop: Scam Alerts in Your Keyboard, Pause Point and More
Google’s latest Pixel Drop adds scam warnings to the keyboard, brings Pause Point to Pixel 6 and newer, and upgrades Pixel VIPs.