Westpac Pilots AI Assistant to Support Staff in Scam Prevention

AI-Powered Call Assistant Enhances Fraud Detection and Customer Support

Highlights:

  • Real-Time Scam Detection: Westpac’s AI assistant analyzes customer conversations to identify scam indicators and provide timely alerts.
  • Enhanced Customer Support: The AI tool aids staff by offering live transcripts, prompts, and alerts to improve response efficiency.
  • Future Expansion: Westpac plans to extend AI capabilities beyond fraud prevention to streamline banking operations.

Summary: Westpac has launched a pilot program integrating AI-powered call assistants into its scam and fraud team. The technology helps customer service specialists detect scam indicators in real time, offering live transcripts and alerts to improve response efficiency.

The AI assistant can even identify cases where scammers may be coaching customers in the background. Early results show improved scam detection speed and enhanced customer interactions. Westpac aims to expand the AI tool’s capabilities across its banking operations, reinforcing its commitment to fraud prevention and customer security.

Laura M
Laura M
Laura is a financial reporter, editor, and researcher with a particular interest in fintech innovation, capital markets, and the evolving global banking landscape.

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