Get Plus

Sign in to baba News

One account across the web, iPhone and Android — your subscription follows it.

or use an email code

Search stories

Type at least two characters. Results come from every newsroom baba reads.

↑↓ to move · ↵ to open · esc to close

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to keep asking. News Plus removes the daily limit.

or use an email code

MaarivTech

WhatsApp Launches AI Tool to Combat Spam and Phishing Messages

Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba

Center

Hebrew · 1 newsroom

WhatsApp rolled out an AI-powered feature on August 20, 2026, to detect and warn users about spam and phishing messages, aiming to improve phone security.

The story in 5 lines · by baba

  • WhatsApp launched an AI feature to detect malicious and phishing messages.
  • The tool alerts users to potential spam and security threats.
  • The update was announced on August 20, 2026, by Lior Novik.
  • The feature aims to reduce spam on users' phones significantly.
  • This development reflects advances in AI and communication security.

WhatsApp has introduced a new artificial intelligence feature designed to identify malicious messages and phishing attempts, alerting users to potential threats. This innovation aims to significantly reduce spam on users' phones, enhancing security and user experience. The announcement was made on August 20, 2026, by Lior Novik, highlighting the ongoing technological advancements in communication platforms. This AI-driven tool represents a major step forward in protecting users from digital scams and unwanted messages.

MaarivCentre · Jerusalem

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to follow newsrooms, topics and people.

or use an email code

TechTopic

Sign in to baba News

Sign in to follow newsrooms, topics and people.

or use an email code

Mentioned

Open the Wire