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WhatsApp reacts as multiple accounts, including in India, put under review

When contacted, a WhatsApp spokesperson said: "We are always working to stay ahead of those trying to abuse our service and ban accounts to help keep other users safe.

Updated 1 hours ago

Can't send photos, videos or stickers on WhatsApp? Thousands report outage

WhatsApp down for thousands of users.

Updated 1 hours ago

Meta to appear before govt to explain policy within 7-10 days: MeitY Secy

Meta said on Tuesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Facebook video on action against examination paper leaks had been removed due to a technical error. The video was briefly unavailable before being restored.

Updated 4 days ago

WhatsApp rolls out web calling; adds new call features: Here's what's new

WhatsApp allows users to make and receive audio and video calls on the web browser.

Updated 6 days ago

Another round of Tharoor vs Tharoor banter over 'ban boomers on WhatsApp'

In his latest lighthearted reply to Shashi Tharoor's X post, Ishaan joked that his father's comeback "wasn't that witty" by his usual standards.

Updated 7 days ago

Adobe brings Acrobat to WhatsApp, as chats evolve into document workspaces

In what may prove to be one of the most relevant technology integrations of this era, creative platform Adobe has found a way to integrate Acrobat within the very popular instant messaging app WhatsApp. (Official image)

Updated 12 days ago

2 foreign nationals held for duping Panchkula man in fake pharma scheme

During the investigation, the police traced the accused to Bahadurgarh and arrested Zimbabwean national Tapiwa and Nigerian national Kenneth. (HT FILE)

Updated 18 days ago

Man arrested in Bihar for suspected links with Pakistan-based terror network

The SP said the investigation revealed that Ahad had exchanged chats, made audio calls, shared social media messages related to alleged anti-national activities, passed on information about sensitive locations and exchanged material allegedly linked to terrorist activities.

Published 20 days ago

Centre plans uniform rules for messaging platforms after WhatsApp username row

The ministry of electronics and information technology has formally opposed WhatsApp’s proposed username feature over concerns that it could fuel impersonation.

Updated 24 days ago

WhatsApp, Telegram send MeitY responses on username feature

The deadline for submitting the response had ended on Thursday.

Updated 25 days ago

From Post to Clones: How Meta's Muse Image clones you without asking

Meta Muse Image AI privacy

Updated 25 days ago

DPDP Act: Trojan horse for State overreach

When the DPDP Act comes into full effect in May 2027, over a billion citizens will have rights to know who holds their data, to correct it, and to delete it.

Published 26 days ago

Centre tightens the screw on WhatsApp, Instagram, Telegram. But why?

From Meta's social media platforms to Telegram, the government is working toward stricter regulations on social media

Published 29 days ago

Govt extends deadline for WhatsApp to July 9 on username issue

WhatsApp introduced a username feature that would allow messaging on the platform without sharing one's phone number.

Updated 29 days ago

Meta to submit reply on WhatsApp usernames feature within 3 days: Sources

Updated 31 days ago

Concerns rise as Indian student with valid visa denied entry to US, details here

Concerns rise for international students after a post alleges an Indian student's denial of entry to the US due to WhatsApp group participation.

Updated 31 days ago

After WhatsApp, Centre's notices to Telegram, Signal today over username feature

The trigger was the company beginning to let users reserve usernames ahead of a planned year-end launch.

Updated 32 days ago

WhatsApp username rollout: All FAQs on scams, safety and privacy explained

The feature will allow users to create unique usernames for connecting on WhatsApp without sharing phone numbers.

Updated 32 days ago

Privacy for better, worse, or both? Why WhatsApp username feature worries govt

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) issued a notice to WhatsApp on Wednesday.

Updated 32 days ago

Centre issues notice to Meta over new WhatsApp feature, flags ‘fraud' concerns

The directive comes amid concerns within the government over the feature's potential implications.

Updated 33 days ago

Govt flags fraud risks in WhatsApp username feature; MeitY to call Meta

The government said the feature may allow users to adopt usernames resembling those of bona fide agencies and other entities, potentially enabling impersonation and fraud,

Updated 33 days ago

WhatsApp lets users hide phone numbers with new username feature

The username feature will gradually roll out for users (Credits: Shutterstock)

Updated 34 days ago

How to reserve your WhatsApp username: A step-by-step guide

The feature is designed to improve privacy by allowing users to connect without sharing their phone numbers.

Updated 34 days ago

WhatsApp's new feature explained: Here's how you can chat without phone number

The move marks one of WhatsApp's biggest privacy-focused changes.

Updated 35 days ago

WhatsApp to let users reserve usernames ahead of new feature rollout

WhatsApp has begun allowing users to reserve usernames before the feature launches globally later this year. The update lets users chat without phone numbers.

Updated 35 days ago

Kunal Shah to head WhatsApp: A look at 9 Indian-origin CEOs of global firms

WhatsApp’s leadership change spotlighted Indian-origin executives. Here is the list of top global CEOs.

Published 41 days ago

Tech Tonic | Kunal Shah is the man Meta trusts with WhatsApp’s future

Kunal Shah. (Official image)

Updated 41 days ago

Meta names Kunal Shah as WhatsApp's new head, invests $900 million in CRED

Meta has invested $900 million in CRED, with founder Kunal Shah set to lead WhatsApp.

Published 41 days ago

Cred's Kunal Shah to be WhatsApp head, Meta says he brings ‘builder mentality’

Kunal Shah's appointment puts an Indian founder at the helm of WhatsApp, which has 3.3 billion monthly active users worldwide.

Published 42 days ago

Founder questions why Kunal Shah would leave IPO-bound startup for Meta job

Kunal Shah will succeed Will Cathcart as the global head of WhatsApp.

Published 42 days ago

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