Google Launches 'Scam Spotter' Programme To Spot & Stop Covid-19 Frauds
4 years, 7 months ago

Google Launches 'Scam Spotter' Programme To Spot & Stop Covid-19 Frauds

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San Francisco: Google on Thursday launched a new programme called Scam Spotter to spot and stop scammers who are exploiting the Covid-19 pandemic with alarming speed, taking advantage of fear and uncertainty. The programme simplifies expert advice with three rules when you receive a suspicious phone call or message to figure out if it's a scam. Every minute, more than $3,600 disappeared from wallets and bank accounts in response to made-up stories of urgently overdue tax payments, bogus contest winnings, or a smooth-talking online suitor who suddenly needs some gift cards. "A high-pressure phone call or exciting message can overcome many people's judgment, especially if they are caught at a vulnerable moment," said Google.

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