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WhatsApp ‘Scam Alert’ feature begins beta testing on Android: How it helps block fraudsters
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WhatsApp has begun beta testing a new Scam Alert feature for Android devices. The tool runs machine‑learning models locally on the phone to spot messages that may be fraudulent. It targets messages from unknown contacts and aims to warn users before they interact. The feature is currently limited to a select group of beta testers.
WHY IT MATTERS
It gives users early warnings about potential scams, helping to reduce fraud and protect personal data.
WhatsApp has started testing its new Scam Alert feature with select Android beta users. The tool uses on-device machine learning to identify potentially fraudulent messages from unknown contacts.
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