A false earthquake alert sent by Google to Android users in Brazil caused widespread concern and mobilisation on social media. Authorities and experts quickly denied the occurrence of any tremor, leading Google to deactivate the alert system in Brazil and issue an apology.
Android users in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro received a false earthquake alert from Google, causing widespread concern. The tech giant has since apologised and disabled the system in Brazil while investigating the error.
Gmail is set to introduce a new feature called 'Shielded Email' to enhance users' privacy and security, addressing rising concerns over phishing and spam, especially with the holiday season approaching. The feature enables users to create unique, random email addresses forwarding to their primary accounts, akin to Apple's 'Hide My Email.' This initiative aims to protect primary email addresses from malicious contacts and spam. Additionally, users have been alerted to a new phishing threat, with hackers utilizing sophisticated AI-driven tactics and fake Gmail accounts to trick users. While Google enhances email security, users are reminded to manage storage and remain cautious against suspicious emails.