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AI Security Product Expansion
Broadcom Inc. · 2026-10-21 · Importance 31 · Surprise 42 · In source text
Broadcom launched Arcot Scam Defense, a new feature of its Arcot payment-security product. The feature is designed to block social-engineering fraud during card-not-present transactions. Broadcom said financial institutions are facing increased fraud attempts involving AI-enhanced social engineering, in which attackers impersonate trusted brands and institutions. The product targets fraud that bypasses conventional security controls by manipulating cardholders into revealing credentials or approving authentication requests.
Key facts
- Broadcom launched Arcot Scam Defense as a new feature of Arcot by Broadcom designed to block social engineering fraud during card-not-present (CNP) transactions. source
Impact estimates
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| revenue | positive | probable | — | Broadcom launched Arcot Scam Defense as a new feature of Arcot by Broadcom designed to block social engineering fraud during… |