
NordVPN expands scam text protection to all Android users worldwide
THE SO WHAT
Scam filtering moving into consumer VPN apps shows how generative fraud is pushing security down into every comms surface. If your product touches messaging or identity, expect users to assume AI-grade scam detection is table stakes within 12–18 months.
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