Google Chrome’s New AI Tools Block Scams for Safer Browsing
▼ Summary
– Google is introducing AI-powered defenses in Chrome, including Gemini Nano on desktop and new warnings for Android, to combat online scams.
– Gemini Nano will enhance Chrome’s Safe Browsing by providing real-time protection against phishing and unseen scam websites.
– The on-device AI model helps quickly adapt to new scam tactics by analyzing complex website structures.
– Chrome on Android will now warn users about malicious notifications and allow them to unsubscribe or review blocked content.
– Google’s AI systems already block hundreds of millions of scammy search results daily, reducing scams like fake airline customer service by over 80%.
Google Chrome is stepping up its security game with advanced AI tools designed to protect users from online scams. The browser now leverages Gemini Nano, Google’s compact large language model, to detect and block fraudulent websites in real time—even those employing never-before-seen tactics. This upgrade is part of Chrome’s Enhanced Protection mode, which already offers twice the phishing protection compared to standard settings.
Unlike cloud-based solutions, Gemini Nano operates directly on users’ devices, analyzing website content instantly without compromising privacy. Google claims this approach allows faster adaptation to emerging scam techniques, particularly for deceptive sites posing as tech support services. The company plans to expand these defenses to Android devices and additional scam categories soon.
Another key addition targets malicious notifications—a common vector for scams. Chrome’s on-device AI now flags suspicious alerts, warning users before they interact with potentially harmful content. If a notification is blocked, users can review it or unsubscribe entirely, with the option to override false positives.
Beyond Chrome, Google’s AI systems are making waves in Search, where they identify and remove hundreds of millions of scam listings daily. One notable success includes an 80% reduction in fake airline customer service scams, preventing users from encountering fraudulent contact details.
These advancements highlight Google’s push to integrate AI across its ecosystem, creating safer browsing experiences without sacrificing speed or convenience. As cyber threats evolve, tools like Gemini Nano demonstrate how on-device AI can deliver robust protection while maintaining user privacy.
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(Source: TechCrunch)
