Google adds opt-in cloud Gemini scam checks to Google Messages

Google is adding an opt-in "enhanced protection" setting to Google Messages that uses cloud-based Gemini AI models to assess the intentions of unrecognized senders in conversations, according to a report by The Verge.

Google says the setting will roll out in the coming weeks.

Separately, Gemini Nano on-device analysis will check unfamiliar URLs for malicious links before they are opened. Google also says its Scam Detection feature is expanding to devices from Honor, Motorola, Oppo, OnePlus, Realme, Tecno, Vivo, Xiaomi, and others.