McAfee’s Scam Detector Wins ‘Best Use of AI in Cybersecurity’ at the 2025 A.I. Awards

Recognized for AI-powered innovation and protection that helps people spot text, email and deepfake video scams

SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--McAfee, a global leader in online protection, is proud to announce that McAfee’s Scam Detector has been named Best Use of AI in Cybersecurity at the 2025 A.I. Awards for its groundbreaking use of artificial intelligence to detect and prevent online scams and deepfakes.

“In today’s AI-driven world, seeing is no longer believing, which is why we all need the latest in advanced AI technology to combat the volume, sophistication and speed of AI threats,” said Joe Manna, Chief Product & Engineering Officer at McAfee. “We’re honored that the A.I. Awards recognize our Scam Detector and how it leverages the latest AI detection techniques to help people spot scams and deepfakes before they can do harm. This recognition underscores McAfee’s commitment to using AI to protect people where, when, and how they need it most.”

There has never been a greater need for advanced scam protection, with one in three Americans reporting they’ve fallen victim, losing an average of $1,500 each. From fake job offers and phishing texts to AI-generated deepfakes, online threats are evolving faster than ever. McAfee’s Scam Detector uses advanced AI to protect people from scams across text, email and video. It identifies deepfakes with 96% accuracy, scans suspicious text messages by analyzing more than just a fraudulent link, and helps people identify what’s real and what’s not – while also providing clear explanations for flagged scams to help users understand the threats.

Scam Detector has quickly become one of McAfee’s most popular features, with over a million customers enrolled within weeks. Designed to be always-on and supporting people as part of their daily lives, McAfee’s Scam Detector works automatically across apps, browsers, and devices to keep them safe at no extra cost.

The A.I. Awards celebrate the most innovative and impactful applications of artificial intelligence across industries. Winners are evaluated on innovation, societal benefit, technical advancement, and measurable outcomes — with McAfee’s Scam Detector recognized for delivering protection that meets people where and when they need it most.

For more about McAfee’s Scam Detector, please visit https://www.mcafee.com/en-us/scam-detector/

About McAfee

McAfee Corp. is a global leader in online protection for consumers. Focused on protecting people, not just devices, McAfee’s consumer solutions adapt to users’ needs in an always-online world, empowering them to live securely through integrated, intuitive solutions that protect their families and communities with the right security at the right moment. For more information, please visit https://www.McAfee.com/.

About The A.I. Awards

The A.I. Awards honor the most innovative and impactful applications of artificial intelligence across industries. Each year, the program recognizes pioneers using AI to drive progress, safety, and positive transformation in sectors such as technology, healthcare, cybersecurity, and sustainability. The A.I. Awards are judged by an independent panel of industry experts committed to advancing ethical and effective AI innovation. For more information, please visit www.aiawards.com.