Samsung is stepping up its fight against financial fraud with enhanced security features for its upcoming foldable lineup, including the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8, slated for release in the second half of this year. By proactively blocking malware, spam messages, and scam calls, the South Korean tech giant aims to fortify data protection for users of its premium devices.

The new security framework, built on the upcoming One UI 9.0 interface, will debut alongside the new foldable smartphones, according to a company representative. The centerpiece of this update is a supercharged "Scam App Alert." Moving beyond simple installation warnings, the system will now actively intervene, completely blocking malicious software from launching if malware is detected.

Here is how it works: whenever a new app is installed, the system automatically cross-references it with safety data from the Galaxy Store. If identified as spyware, the device instantly revokes access. Furthermore, if an app automatically downloads after a suspicious phone call or is installed via remote control, the system will immediately flag the danger and guide users through the removal process.

To stay ahead of threats, Samsung is continuously updating its cybersecurity protocols in close coordination with law enforcement and major information security organizations. Starting with the Galaxy S26 series running One UI 8.5 or higher, users have been able to receive real-time security updates directly over mobile networks or Wi-Fi.

Meanwhile, Samsung’s spam-filtering solution—which targets blacklisted numbers, malicious links, and scam keywords—continues to prove highly effective. The system successfully blocked roughly 400 million malicious messages between late 2024 and April of this year. Since the Galaxy S25 generation, the company has also integrated deep learning to automatically categorize and isolate messages linked to gambling, predatory lending, or brand impersonation.

The fake call alert feature is also getting a significant boost. On devices running One UI 8.0 and above, artificial intelligence now analyzes phone conversations in real-time to provide varying levels of threat warnings. Activated by default, this AI-driven tool boasted an impressive 84% adoption rate as of this past April.