India, Oct. 31 -- Google has claimed that its Android operating system is more effective at stopping mobile scams than Apple's iOS. The company shared findings from recent surveys and research, saying its AI-powered protections now play a major role in shielding users from fraud and unwanted communication.

In a new blog post, Google stated that its AI tools on Android help combat the global scam problem, estimated to cost around $400 billion annually. According to the company, Android's security systems block more than 10 billion malicious calls and messages every month.

The report included insights from YouGov, which surveyed 5,000 smartphone users. Google said the data shows Android users, especially those using Pixel devices, face fe...