ai_scamsJune 3, 2026Issue #22

Google debuts fake call detector to fight AI scams

You know how we’re all ignoring calls from unknown numbers? Well, the scammers are getting smarter. They’re now spoofing trusted phone numbers and using AI deepfake tech to sound like authority figures, family members, or your boss. And now, Google’s new fake call detector is here to help. The tool uses AI to analyze calls and flag if they’re fake. It’s a small step, but it’s better than nothing. Why this matters for us: Google’s tool gives us one more way to fight the scams that are getting more high-tech every day.

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