Meta is introducing new features on its platforms, including WhatsApp and Instagram, to protect people from online scams.
These updates are especially designed to help senior citizens, who have been increasingly targeted by scammers in recent times.
New Features on WhatsApp and Messenger
On WhatsApp, users will now see an alert if they share their screen with an unknown caller during a video call.
This is particularly useful in situations like fake digital arrests, where scammers try to trick people over video calls.
For Messenger, Meta is developing an AI-powered scam detection tool. Users can submit chats with new contacts for AI review.
If the AI finds anything suspicious, the user will receive guidance on how to stay safe.
Passkey Support and Security Tools
Meta has introduced Passkey support across all its platforms, including Facebook, Messenger, and WhatsApp.
Users can sign in using device-level authentication like face recognition or fingerprint.
The company also recommends using Security Checkup on Facebook and Instagram and Privacy Checkup on WhatsApp to strengthen account safety.
Government Collaboration for Senior Citizens
Meta will collaborate with the Department of Telecommunications to run the “Scam Se Bachao” campaign, which educates senior citizens on spotting and avoiding scams through videos.
Additionally, Meta will support the Saksham Senior campaign, which provides digital literacy and safety sessions for older users.
