THE article introduces the "Scam Number Check" tool by Malwarebytes, designed to help users identify suspicious phone calls. Scammers caused over $21 billion in losses in the U.S. last year, highlighting the danger of such calls. The tool allows users to check a phone number for potential scams in seconds. Users can input a number, which will receive one of three verdicts: "Do not trust this number," "This number seems safe," or "We don’t have enough info."
The resource aims to protect individuals from scams by providing a quick and easy verification option, encouraging users to avoid sharing personal information or sending money.