Android rolls out fake call detection to combat AI voice-cloning scams
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Anamarija Pogorelec
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Summary
Android is introducing a new "fake call detection" feature in the Phone by Google app to help users identify and block AI voice-cloning (deepfake) scam calls. The feature detects and flags suspected spoofed calls when both parties use the app on Android 12 or later. It will roll out globally starting this month, beginning with Pixel devices, providing an extra layer of defense against sophisticated impersonation scams.
Key quotes
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