In a new step to enhance the security of users, the WhatsApp application is developing a smart feature to monitor fraudulent messages and alert them before they cause any harm, in light of the increasing attempts at electronic fraud through various messaging applications.

The new feature aims to detect suspicious messages and proactively warn users about them, while fully preserving the privacy of conversations.

The platform confirmed that the upcoming system will not affect complete encryption between the two parties, and will not require sharing the content of messages with the company’s servers. This ensures the continued protection of users’ data and private correspondence.

The new feature is called Scam Alert, and it is designed to detect messages from unknown contacts that appear to be signs of fraud or electronic deception.

When a suspicious message is detected, a direct alert will appear to the user within the conversation warning him of possible fraudulent activity.

The new technology relies on processing messages within the user’s device itself, instead of sending data to external servers for analysis.

This means that WhatsApp or Meta, the company that owns it, will not be able to view the content of messages during the verification process. This ensures the continued operation of the end-to-end encryption system, which is one of the most prominent security elements in the application.

According to available information, the feature will create local logs within the device documenting cases of detecting suspicious messages. This gives the user greater transparency into how the system works and when alerts are activated. (Erm News)