Google Launches Gemini Nano AI to Combat Real-Time Scams on Chrome and Android
On May 8, 2025, Google introduced Gemini Nano, its on-device AI model, into Chrome’s Enhanced Protection and Android systems to detect and block online scams in real-time. This upgrade significantly improves the ability to identify and neutralize never-before-seen fraudulent websites and malicious content before users interact with them.
Gemini Nano operates locally on users’ devices, enabling it to analyze suspicious website behavior—such as fake pop-ups or tech support scams—without compromising user privacy. This real-time detection allows users to avoid threats even before they're widely known.
In parallel, Android now features AI-powered notification alerts. These alerts warn users about potentially dangerous or misleading notifications, offering quick options to unsubscribe or block the sender. This measure addresses a rising trend of scam attempts through push notifications.
As a result of these enhancements, Google reports a 20-fold increase in scam site detection compared to three years ago, and an over 80% drop in scams impersonating airline customer support. By leveraging AI locally on users’ devices, Google aims to stay ahead of increasingly sophisticated fraud tactics while protecting user data and experience.