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WhatsApp and Telegram to stop working for these user from Jan 1: Govt announces new rule. What you should know
WhatsApp New Rule: WhatsApp and Telegram users may face account restrictions from January 1, 2027, under the government's proposed SIM-binding rules. Here's how the requirements could affect users who remove their registered SIM cards, use secondary devices or rely on eSIMs.
Meet Kunal Shah, serial entrepreneur and Meta's pick to lead WhatsApp
Indian tech entrepreneur Kunal Shah is set to lead WhatsApp, the world's largest messaging platform, succeeding Will Cathcart. Shah, the founder of fintech unicorn CRED and pioneer of digital payments with FreeCharge, brings extensive experience in building successful tech ventures. Meta's investment in CRED and Shah's deep understanding of user needs in India, WhatsApp's largest market, underscore the significance of this appointment for the global messaging giant's future strategy.
WhatsApp working on new feature to automatically create account reports
Meta-owned WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new feature designed to automatically create reports for both accounts and channels on Android.
WhatsApp's new feature to show profile info in chats on Android
Meta-owned WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature that will display profile information within users' conversations under the contact name on Android.
WhatsApp launches new feature to silence incoming calls from unknown callers
WhatsApp said the ‘Silence Unknown Callers’ feature will give the users more privacy and control of their incoming calls.
Russia fines WhatsApp for first time for not deleting banned content
Although WhatsApp's parent company Meta Platforms Inc was last year banned in Russia as an "extremist" organisation, the messenger app - which is widely popular in Russia - has not previously faced penalties for failing to remove prohibited information.
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IT ministry to send notice to WhatsApp on international spam calls issue: Rajeev Chandrasekhar
The digital platforms are responsible and accountable for ensuring the safety of 'digital nagriks', Chandrasekhar said, adding that the government will respond to every instance of alleged misuse or alleged breach of users' privacy.
WhatsApp will now allow users to save 'disappearing' messages: How it works
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature called 'Keep in Chat,' which allows users to keep messages sent in a disappearing chat by long pressing on them. However, users need to get permission from the sender to save messages. When somebody saves a message, the sender gets a notification to veto their decision if they feel that the message should not be kept.
WhatsApp and other messaging apps oppose UK's move on encryption
WhatsApp, Signal and five other apps signed an open letter saying the law could give an "unelected official the power to weaken the privacy of billions of people around the world".
How WhatsApp's new security feature 'Device Verification' protects your account from malware
The Device Verification requires no action or additional steps from users to protect their account.
WhatsApp rolls out Status-related updates. Here are five features you should know about
Not every status posted on WhatsApp may be appropriate for all contacts on a user list.
WhatsApp brings 'voice status', 'status reactions' features
Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp on Tuesday announced new features coming to its status, including 'Voice Status', 'Status Reactions'.
WhatsApp will soon allow users to disable notifications for calls, rolls out feature on Windows beta
WhatsApp is pushing an update for beta users that will allow them to mute notifications.
WhatsApp, Telegram, iMessage & Signal: All the features launched in 2022
This year, WhatsApp, Telegram, Apple and Signal were neck-to-neck with their tech updates.
Whatsapp will stop running on certain phones after Diwali. Check if your phone is on the list
However, you may be unable to connect with your family and friends using WhatsApp if you use an older iPhone or Android smartphone.
WhatsApp banned 16.66 lakh Indian accounts in April for violating usage policies
In its monthly report for the period between April 1 and April 30, WhatsApp said it received a total of 844 reports for a variety of grievances such as account support, ban appeal, product, and other support. It took action on a total of 123 such reports.
A silent exit: WhatsApp users can soon leave groups without notifying others
WhatsApp is currently working on a new feature that will allow users to silently exit groups.
WhatsApp rolls out emoji message reactions, new update allows file transfer as heavy as 2 GB
WhatsApp will now allow up to 512 people to be added to a group chat.
WhatsApp will soon allow 32 people in group voice call, larger file sharing up to 1GB
At present, only eight people can be added in a group voice call using the mobile app.
New WhatsApp feature may let you search messages from 'Contact Info' page
The new interface is being rolled out to beta testers.
Worried about losing an important message? WhatsApp may soon let you retain ‘Disappearing Messages’ in chat
The new feature is currently under development according to a recent report.
WhatsApp Payments: Can it be a big game-changer in the evolution of payments?
From Kirana stores to high-end malls, cab hailing services, online food-ordering and even travel apps, UPI-enabled mobile payments are becoming the new normal, in this post-pandemic world.
Soon you'll be able to make WhatsApp voice and video calls from desktop. Here's how it will work
The feature on web application got noticed after a tech enthusiast shared it on his Twitter account.
New WhatsApp features in the works: Message reactions, extended time limit for 'Delete For Everyone', and more
These new cool features would make the app secure and more user-friendly.
WhatsApp, CyberPeace Foundation jointly unveil online safety programme for children, educators
WhatsApp said CyberPeace Foundation will train teachers, parents and students using a co-created curriculum to increase online safety for children in consultation with UNICEF and state police authorities. At the end of these training sessions, the participants will create a 'CyberPeace Club' for creating a 'repository' of guidance that other students can refer to for boosting online child safety.
Peeved with WhatsApp's reply, India prepares to tighten leash on internet firms
The draft of the guidelines is ready and a legal firm is vetting it. It should be out by September.
Defence, security forces alerted against Whatsapp virus
The two files, as per the advisory accessed by PTI, are-- "NDA-ranked-8th-toughest-College-in-the-world-to-get-into.xls" and "NIA-selection-order-.xls".
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