Savi: App to Protect Against AI Voice and Call Scams

Savi Security, founded by former Cisco, Apple, and Spotify employees, has launched an app designed to combat AI-driven fraud. The solution detects fake voices, calls, and messages that are becoming increasingly realistic due to advancements in generative AI models.

The idea for Savi emerged after the founders' mother received a call from "kidnappers" using a cloned voice of their sister. The scammers used a spoofed number and personal details to convince the victim of the threat. Though the deception was uncovered, the incident highlighted how accessible tools for large-scale fraud have become.

The Savi app leverages AI to analyze incoming calls, messages, and voice notes in real time. A key feature allows it to join live conversations to assess their authenticity. The service has already secured $7 million in funding from Acrew Capital and other investors. Subscriptions cost $8 per month or $63 per year for unlimited family use.

According to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, losses from identity fraud reached $3.5 billion in 2025—three times higher than in 2020. While older adults are often targeted, research shows Gen Z is also vulnerable, particularly to text-based scams.

Savi Security positions its solution as a next-gen antivirus, using the same AI technologies as scammers but for protection. The company also offers a free Scam Wise service to verify suspicious messages, which has already processed over 50,000 requests.