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# Google takes aim at Android malware with an AI-powered live threat detection service

**[TechCrunch](https://daily.dev/sources/tc)** · 2 min read · 1 upvotes · 0 comments

## Summary

Google is launching a live threat detection service for Android to address malware issues. The system leverages on-device AI and examines app behavior for suspicious activity. It will be deployed on Google Pixel devices and other manufacturers will join. The service aims to increase user confidence in downloading apps from Google Play.

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