Google Puts $5M Behind Europe’s Anti-Scam Fight at Dublin Summit

Google kicked off its first EMEA Anti-Scams and Fraud Summit today at the Google Safety Engineering Center in Dublin. The event brought together law enforcement, policymakers, consumer groups, and tech partners to confront the growing threat of online scams.

During the summit, Google announced a $5 million commitment through Google.org to support scam prevention efforts in select European countries. The funding will go to organizations focused on scam awareness, education, and community training, particularly for those most at risk.

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Scammers now operate across borders with increasing sophistication. Google stressed that a joint response is the only way to counter the scale of the problem. The tech giant highlighted its AI-powered Global Signals Exchange, which helps detect scam networks faster and more precisely by sharing real-time fraud signals with partners.

The summit focused on sharing knowledge and building strong alliances. Google emphasized the importance of combining technology with real-world action and community-led education to stay ahead of online criminals.

Everyone present at the summit – tech firms, regulators, law enforcement, and nonprofits – agreed that progress depends on acting together. The goal is quite simple – stop scammers before they reach users.