Google has announced it is rolling out blue checkmark verification on Gmail. While many celebrities and businesses have had their blue ticks removed on Twitter, Google has announced it using the verification feature for its email service to help users spot spam or fake email senders. However, only a limited number of users will benefit from the blue ticket for the time being. It comes weeks after billions of Gmail and Microsoft Outlook users were issued a “red alert” warning over scams. Offering advice on what to do if you have been targeted by a phishing scam, consumer experts Which?

Source: The Herald May 05, 2023 08:53 UTC