A new version of Chrome coming this month will use Gemini Nano AI to help the browser stop scams that usually appear as annoying pop-ups.

Almost anyone who has used the internet has probably experienced that alarming moment when a window pops up claiming that your device has a virus and encouraging you to click for tech support or to download security software.

Google announced on Thursday that it's rolling out new AI-powered defenses to help combat scams on Chrome. The tech giant will begin using Gemini Nano,