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Who is Kunal Shah? CRED founder appointed as WhatsApp's new global head

Updated on Jun 22, 2026 15:32 IST

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

Kunal's Meta move, $900-mn deal: As founder goes to WhatsApp, what's up at Cred

Kunal Shah to be next global CEO of WhatsApp, to keep his shares in Cred

Updated on Jun 22, 2026 15:11 IST

WhatsApp gets Indian boss: Meta picks Cred's Kunal Shah, makes giant investment

“Kunal built Cred into one of India’s most important technology companies, and he brings the kind of builder mentality and global perspective that will serve him well in running the world’s biggest massaging app,” Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg wrote in a post.

Updated on Jun 22, 2026 15:13 IST

Founder calls out Bombay Shaving Company over WhatsApp spam, CEO apologises

Debajyoti Jena is the founder of The StartUp Circle.

Updated on Jun 21, 2026 03:38 IST

Facebook and Instagram down? Meta apps hit by query errors; global outage

While Facebook appeared to face the most significant disruption, other Meta-owned apps also saw intermittent issues.

Updated on Jun 12, 2026 14:23 IST

Is WhatsApp Web down? Users redirected to Facebook amid passkey scan issues

Updated on May 20, 2026 24:27 IST

Manager offers 2-day period leave to female employee, internet divided

The post quickly gained traction online, with social media users divided over the interaction.

Updated on May 16, 2026 08:11 IST

WhatsApp may block devices linked to digital arrest scams: Centre tells SC

WhatsApp to explore device ID blocking for digital arrest scams

Published on Apr 29, 2026 01:02 IST

WhatsApp banned 9,400 accounts involved in digital arrest scams since January this year: Centre to SC

WhatsApp banned 9,400 accounts involved in digital arrest scams since January this year: Centre to SC

Published on Apr 28, 2026 07:39 IST

Brit could face 2 years in UAE jail for sharing Dubai strike video on WhatsApp

A smoke plume rises from a fire at Dubai International Airport in Dubai on March 16, 2026. (AFP)

Published on Apr 6, 2026 04:50 IST

Centre likely to extend SIM-binding timeline for messaging platforms

Under the November 2025 directive, companies were required to comply with the directive within 90 days, which was by the end of February 2026, and submit a compliance report within 120 days.

Updated on Mar 30, 2026 03:21 IST

Two accounts, AI & more: WhatsApp adds new features for iPhone users

From photo edits to smart reply suggestions, the new WhatsApp update promises to streamline communication while ensuring user privacy remains intact.

Published on Mar 27, 2026 10:25 IST

Dhruv Rathee says Dhurandhar 2 seems to be inspired by WhatsApp forwards

Dhruv Rathee has taken sharp digs at Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar franchise.

Updated on Mar 27, 2026 04:50 IST

WhatsApp set for biggest overhaul, usernames to make debut soon

This feature will add an extra layer of privacy for people and make it easier to reach businesses on WhatsApp.

Updated on Mar 20, 2026 09:09 IST

WhatsApp web down? Users report facing issues logging in, check status in India

The issue only appeared to be happening on the web version of WhatsApp.

Updated on Feb 27, 2026 07:53 IST

Centre asserts no change in SIM binding rules; clock ticking for WhatsApp

A woman poses for a photo while holding a smartphone in front of a screen showing WhatsApp.

Updated on Feb 25, 2026 10:25 IST

Blanket ban on data sharing will hurt small biz, WhatsApp tells SC

The company made these submissions in an affidavit filed before a bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and justices Joymala Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi. (PTI)

Published on Feb 24, 2026 24:46 IST

SC to hear Meta-WhatsApp privacy policy case on Monday

SC to hear Meta-WhatsApp privacy policy case on Monday

Published on Feb 22, 2026 06:06 IST

What is MAX? Russia names alternative after WhatsApp fully blocked

MAX was pre-installed on smartphones sold in the Russian Federation from September 2025 onwards. After which, messaging platforms such as WhatsApp and Telegram faced restricted

Updated on Feb 12, 2026 15:19 IST

Russia trying to fully block WhatsApp to push state-owned surveillance app: Meta

Amid the block attempts, WhatsApp said that it "continued to do everything we can to keep users connected".

Updated on Feb 12, 2026 04:30 IST

How a click on ‘download file’ on WhatsApp lured Delhi CA into losing ₹75,000

The accused allegedly conducted online transactions totalling <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>75,694.

Updated on Feb 11, 2026 05:10 IST

Landmark case on social media's impact on mental health in US court now

Similar to the woman's claims, the companies face nearly 2,300 similar lawsuits filed by parents, school districts and state attorneys general in federal court.

Published on Feb 9, 2026 12:49 IST

Meta-WhatsApp privacy policy case: SC defers hearing to Feb 23

Meta-WhatsApp privacy policy case: SC defers hearing to Feb 23

Published on Feb 9, 2026 06:24 IST

‘Making mockery': Why has SC warned WhatsApp over Indians' privacy?

Published on Feb 3, 2026 10:38 IST

SC slams WhatsApp over data sharing with Meta, calls it ‘theft’ of personal info

The Supreme Court on Tuesday said it will not permit the “exploitation” of personal data of even a single Indian citizen (Reuters)

Published on Feb 3, 2026 08:12 IST

'Won't allow you to violate citizens' privacy rights': SC comes down on WhatsApp

Supreme Court raps WhatsApp’s ‘take-it-or-leave-it’ policy, flags unequal data sharing

Updated on Feb 3, 2026 09:01 IST

WhatsApp may roll out paid plan with new customisation features: Report

WhatsApp is reportedly working on new subscription plans that may offer extra features.

Published on Jan 30, 2026 04:26 IST

WhatsApp rolls out ‘Strict Account Settings’ to protect users from cyber threats

WhatsApp has launched a new feature called Strict Account Settings, which provides stronger protection against cyberattacks.

Published on Jan 28, 2026 07:35 IST

WhatsApp rolls out advanced security mode, 3rd major tech firm to do so

The WhatsApp feature can block media and attachments coming from unknown senders.

Updated on Jan 28, 2026 02:18 IST

'WhatsApp is not secure': Musk, Durov react as Meta sued over privacy claims

Meta has strongly denied the allegations, calling the lawsuit “frivolous.”

Published on Jan 27, 2026 10:02 IST

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