

At Google I/O 2024, Google introduced a new AI feature for Android that detects scam-related phrases during phone calls, aiming to combat the rising issue of digital theft, which saw Americans lose over $12 billion last year. This feature operates using on-device AI, ensuring privacy by not transmitting data externally. Despite mixed feedback on social media, this tool could significantly benefit users, especially those less tech-savvy, by alerting them to potential scams in real-time, thereby preventing financial fraud.