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Google Phone app flags AI impersonation scams
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Why it matters
- →AI impersonation scams are a growing threat, costing millions annually.
- →Google's feature uses encrypted RCS technology, enhancing call security.
- →This sets a precedent for other apps to adopt similar protective measures.
Google is enhancing its Phone app to protect users from AI impersonation scams. The app will now flag calls that appear to come from a contact's number but lack a 'silent confirmation signal,' indicating potential spoofing. This feature is part of Google's broader June Android update and is initially available on Pixel phones with Android 12 and later. By using end-to-end encrypted RCS technology, Google aims to curb the rising threat of AI-driven scams, which have cost Americans significant financial losses.
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