WhatsApp Scam Alert Feature Enters Android Beta Testing: How It Works and Why It Matters

WhatsApp is testing a new Scam Alert feature on Android devices. This optional tool identifies potential scam messages from unknown contacts. A machine-learning model on the device assesses messages without sending content to Meta. Users receive warnings and can choose to block, report, or continue chatting. This feature aims to enhance user protection against evolving online fraud.

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