McAfee Launches AI-Powered Scam Detector to Stop Scams Before They Strike
Jan 06, 2025 - financialpost.com
McAfee has launched an AI-powered Scam Detector designed to protect users from scams across text, email, and video. Announced at CES, this tool aims to combat the increasing sophistication of scams, which have affected 59% of Americans in the past year. The Scam Detector uses advanced AI technology to proactively analyze and flag risky messages, helping users identify scams before they cause harm. It includes features like email and text scam detection and deepfake video identification, providing real-time protection and explanations of why certain content is dangerous.
The Scam Detector will be available at no extra cost to McAfee customers starting this Spring, integrated into McAfee+, McAfee Total Protection, and McAfee LiveSafe plans. It works seamlessly across devices, including phones, tablets, laptops, and desktops, without requiring additional downloads. McAfee emphasizes the importance of educating users on recognizing scam tactics, aiming to empower them to outsmart scammers. The initiative is part of McAfee's broader effort to enhance online safety and protect consumers in an increasingly digital world.
Key takeaways:
McAfee has launched an AI-powered Scam Detector to protect against text, email, and video scams.
The Scam Detector uses advanced AI technology to analyze and flag risky messages in real time.
Deepfake scams are a growing concern, with McAfee's tool designed to detect AI-made videos.
The Scam Detector will be included at no extra cost for McAfee customers starting this Spring.
