Google Takes a Giant Leap in Combating Online Scams and Fraud

A New Partnership to Outsmart Scammers

You’ve likely benefited from Google’s relentless efforts to protect you from online scams and fraud at some point or another. Whether it was flagging a suspicious email or blocking a malicious incoming call, Google’s commitment to insulating you from bad actors is unwavering. To further amplify its fight against scammers, Google is proud to announce its involvement in founding the Global Signal Exchange (GSE), a pioneering platform designed to share vital information about scams and fraud.

Joining Forces to Combat Scams

The GSE is a collaborative effort between Google, the Global Anti-Scam Alliance, and the DNS Research Federation. This trifecta of organizations shares a common goal: to disrupt the operations of scammers and fraudsters worldwide. As part of the pilot project, the group is collecting a massive library of URLs and IP addresses linked to online fraud. This dataset will serve as the foundation for the GSE’s activities, with plans to expand its reach following its official launch in 2025.

The Power of Collaboration

To further fortify its abilities, the GSE is actively soliciting additional members to join the fight. By inviting more organizations to contribute data about scams in real-time, the platform will become even more adept at identifying and neutralizing bad actors. This collaborative approach is crucial in today’s ever-evolving threat landscape.

“Fighting Scams Together”

According to Google, “fighting scams and the criminal organizations behind them requires strong collaboration among industry, businesses, civil society, and governments.” The company remains committed to doing its part in protecting users, from developing innovative tools to publishing research and sharing expertise with others to safeguard online communities.

Adoption of Cross-Account Protection Continues to Rise

Beyond the news of the GSE, Google is proud to announce the latest progress in its Cross-Account Protection program. This pioneering initiative allows sites that support Google sign-ins to share notifications about security incidents or suspicious activity. Since its launch in May, the program has gained remarkable traction, covering an impressive 3.2 billion user accounts. If you haven’t yet enabled Cross-Account Protection, be sure to check out Google’s support documentation for a hassle-free setup process.

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