Gemini Nano is the smallest of Google’s Language Models, but it received a major upgrade in intelligence, with the company debriefing during its I/O 2024 keynote that this change will help users avoid scams. In fact, it has become so smart that it will aid unsuspecting individuals to be warned about any looming danger that could steal their private information such as social security number or bank account details.
During a demonstration of the feature, an unknown number calls the recipient’s phone and says that the victim’s bank funds are being threatened and that they should be moved to a safe location. At this exact moment, Google’s Gemini Nano will interrupt the conversation by rightfully informing the person that the call is likely a scam and will reveal a notification stating that banks will never ask you to move your money elsewhere to keep it safe.
Thanks to Gemini Nano, @Android will warn you in the middle of a call as soon as it detects suspicious activity, like being asked for your social security number and bank info. Stay tuned for more news in the coming months. #GoogleIO pic.twitter.com/wtc3rrk0Gc
— Google (@Google) May 14, 2024
Some users can be overcome by fear and make a hasty decision to ensure that their funds are kept safe. They will likely follow all the instructions of the scam call, only to become victims in the end. For those individuals, Gemini Nano will become the ideal best friend who looks out for their best interests. However, while it can be reassuring that a program is looking out for the security of its users, it can also make others feel uncomfortable.
For instance, not everyone will be pleased to learn that an AI is listening in on your calls. Fortunately, Gemini Nano runs locally on Android smartphones, meaning that with the audio processed on the smartphone, the data should remain on it, but you can never be too sure. After all, it is a well-known fact that Google leverages tons of user data to improve the quality of its services, so it will likely use this information to continue to improve Gemini Nano.
About the author: Omar Sohail is a reporter and analyst for Wccftech's mobile section, specializing in the technology and business of the mobile industry. His expertise lies in the intricate hardware supply chain, covering developments in semiconductor manufacturing, chip lithography, and camera sensor technology.
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