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Truecaller has launched an AI-powered SMS fraud protection feature. The new initiative combines user feedback and machine learning intelligence to combat fraudulent messages and senders. According to the Stockholm-based app, this feature is useful for people who don't know how to spot fraud and think they're interacting with legitimate businesses. The feature is available to all Android users and also scales to automatically discover new forms of fraud, even without user reports, the company said in a statement. Truecaller says that the feature is completely free and available to all users across the country. The app will display a clearly marked red notification for every fraudulent message received by a user. The notification will remain on the screen until manually dismissed. Even if the user bypasses the warning and opens the fraudulent SMS, Truecaller says that it will automatically disable all links. The SMS thread will only be accessible if the user explicitly marks this sender as safe. This adds another layer of protection against fraud. Truecaller says its fraud protection sets it apart with its use of advanced artificial intelligence to predict fraud. The app partners with the government and businesses to ensure secure communication. Legitimate senders are verified on Truecaller by a verified badge and prominent green color.
Truecaller said it doesn't download any messages. All processing is done locally on the device, thanks to our advanced AI filters. Even if the user ignores the warning and opens the fraudulent SMS, Truecaller automatically disables all links. The SMS thread will only be accessible if the user explicitly marks this sender as safe. This adds another layer of protection against fraud, the company added in a statement.
