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Google encrypts conversations and protects users from international scammers.
Google Messages, used by more than 1 billion people every day, is updating its message protection system. RCS messages are now end-to-end encrypted, allowing you to communicate only with each other without access by third parties.
The company noted that built-in filters with AI block up to 2 billion suspicious messages every month, protecting users. In addition, Google has introduced 5 new features for Android users that will help better protect correspondence.
Google's fraudulent message
protection improves filters that recognize suspicious messages about delivery or job offers. If the system suspects deception, the message will be automatically sent to the spam folder or marked as suspicious. This feature is already available in Google Messages beta if antispam protection is turned on. Messages are processed directly on the device, and data is not sent to Google unless the user chooses to report spam.
Malicious link warnings
For a year, Google has been testing a suspicious link warning system. If a message with a link comes from an unknown sender, the app warns you of the risk. In some countries – India, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore – the feature is already working and will soon be available worldwide.
Block messages from international numbers
Soon there will be a feature to automatically hide messages from international numbers that are not in your contact list. Such messages will immediately be sent to the "Spam and Blocked" folder. The pilot launch of the option will begin in Singapore, and then it will be expanded to other countries.
Inappropriate Content Warnings Google
Messages will start warning about photos that may contain nudity. Such photos will be blurred, and before viewing, the system will offer to make sure that the image is worth opening. If you try to send such a photo, a warning will appear to prevent accidental uploading. All data is processed on the device and Google does not access the content. The feature will be active for Android 9 and above and enabled by default for users under 18 years old.
Contact verification
Google is developing a contact verification feature to protect users from spoofing. Using a QR code or comparing numbers, it will be possible to confirm that the message really came from the right person. The option will be available next year on Android 9 and higher and will work in Google Messages and other messengers.
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Google Messages, used by more than 1 billion people every day, is updating its message protection system. RCS messages are now end-to-end encrypted, allowing you to communicate only with each other without access by third parties.
The company noted that built-in filters with AI block up to 2 billion suspicious messages every month, protecting users. In addition, Google has introduced 5 new features for Android users that will help better protect correspondence.
Google's fraudulent message
protection improves filters that recognize suspicious messages about delivery or job offers. If the system suspects deception, the message will be automatically sent to the spam folder or marked as suspicious. This feature is already available in Google Messages beta if antispam protection is turned on. Messages are processed directly on the device, and data is not sent to Google unless the user chooses to report spam.
Malicious link warnings
For a year, Google has been testing a suspicious link warning system. If a message with a link comes from an unknown sender, the app warns you of the risk. In some countries – India, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore – the feature is already working and will soon be available worldwide.
Block messages from international numbers
Soon there will be a feature to automatically hide messages from international numbers that are not in your contact list. Such messages will immediately be sent to the "Spam and Blocked" folder. The pilot launch of the option will begin in Singapore, and then it will be expanded to other countries.
Inappropriate Content Warnings Google
Messages will start warning about photos that may contain nudity. Such photos will be blurred, and before viewing, the system will offer to make sure that the image is worth opening. If you try to send such a photo, a warning will appear to prevent accidental uploading. All data is processed on the device and Google does not access the content. The feature will be active for Android 9 and above and enabled by default for users under 18 years old.
Contact verification
Google is developing a contact verification feature to protect users from spoofing. Using a QR code or comparing numbers, it will be possible to confirm that the message really came from the right person. The option will be available next year on Android 9 and higher and will work in Google Messages and other messengers.
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