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technology1 month ago•6 min saved

Android Tries to Stop Scams With Real-Time Caller Verification

Google’s Android Dialer on Android 12+ devices now includes a real-time, silent confirmation signal over the RCS standard to verify that a caller is who they claim to be. If verification fails or the call isn’t from a known contact, the dialer flags the call, hides the contact photo, and labels it as an Unknown caller in the recent log, aiming to curb spoofing and AI voice-cloning scams. The feature is rolling out now and is designed for broad interoperability across platforms, though there’s no indication of an iOS implementation.

via WIRED|

#android #google-dialer #rcs

technology5 months ago•10 min saved

Turn on iPhone's built-in scam screening in iOS 26 to block unknown calls

Apple’s iOS 26 adds a built-in, Siri-powered call-screening feature that acts as a bouncer for unknown numbers. After updating to iOS 26, go to Settings > Phone > Screen Unknown Callers and choose Never, Ask Reason for Calling, or Silence; the tool lets Siri ask why the caller is calling and can show a transcription of the call so you can decide to answer or ignore. FTC’s Do Not Call List can also help; the feature is designed to reduce robocalls without requiring third‑party apps.

via HuffPost|

#call-screening #ios-26 #iphone

security11 months ago•4 min saved

FBI Alerts: Avoid Installing This App on Your Devices

The FBI warns against installing apps from unsolicited messages and advises never to engage with scam calls or texts, as these are increasingly used to steal money through fake tech support, government impersonations, and malicious links, with victims losing their savings. Staying safe involves ignoring suspicious communications and reporting scams promptly.

via Forbes|

#fbi-warning #financial-fraud #malicious-apps

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Ohio Man, 81, Fatally Shoots Uber Driver After Scam Calls Target Both

An 81-year-old Ohio man has been indicted on murder, kidnapping, and felonious assault charges after fatally shooting an Uber driver, Loletha Hall, whom he mistakenly believed was involved in scam phone calls targeting them both. William Brock received threatening calls demanding money, and when Hall arrived at his home to retrieve a package as instructed by the caller, Brock shot her multiple times. The original scam calls to both Brock and Hall are still under investigation.

via The Associated Press|

#crime #indictment #murder

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Scammers' Preferred U.S. Carriers and Top 12 Phone Numbers to Watch Out for"

A study by background check company BeenVerified revealed that scammers prefer using VoIP providers Onvoy and TextNow, along with mobile carriers AT&T and T-Mobile, for their mobile scams. Non-fixed VoIP numbers were used for 60.59% of scam calls, followed by 24.11% using mobile carrier networks. Text scams and impersonating credit card and banking firms were identified as popular scam techniques. BeenVerified advises caution, including checking incoming phone numbers, thinking before acting, and not providing personal information to protect against scams.

via PhoneArena|

#mobile-carriers #online-scams #scam-calls

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

FCC Imposes Record $300M Fine on Robocallers for Spam Calls

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has imposed a record $300 million fine on a robocaller engaged in a complex scheme to sell vehicle service contracts under false pretenses. The robocaller, operating under various names, had been scamming people since 2018. The FCC's action resulted in a 99% reduction in auto warranty calls. However, the collection of the fine is uncertain, as it requires evaluation and prosecution by the Justice Department. The FCC is seeking the authority to collect fines directly, as current processes often result in unpaid or reduced fines due to loopholes and limited resources.

via TechCrunch|

#enforcement #fcc #fine

technology3 years ago•2 min saved

FCC Takes Action Against Illegal Robocallers

The FCC has ordered voice service providers to block One Eye, a global gateway provider that enabled robocall scams. The company served as an "on-ramp" to US phone networks from outside the country. The FCC has been focused on increasing its ability to enforce robocalls. The block has teeth thanks to the FCC's Gateway Provider Order issued in May 2022.

via Engadget|

#enforcement #fcc #one-eye