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EU might impose further regulation on WhatsApp

WhatsApp's rise in EU users may lead to stricter regulations under the Digital Services Act.

fromMail Online

WhatsApp is DOWN: App crashes for thousands of users around the world

WhatsApp experienced a significant outage affecting thousands of users worldwide, leading to frustrations and commentary on social media.

fromFast Company

Zuckerberg defends Meta's Instagram, WhatsApp deals in U.S. antitrust trial

Meta's acquisition strategy for Instagram and WhatsApp was aimed at stifling competition, now challenged under antitrust scrutiny.

FTC v. Meta Trial: The Future of Instagram and WhatsApp Is at Stake

The FTC's trial against Meta could lead to the forced spinoff of Instagram and WhatsApp to restore competition.

fromeuronews

Everything you need to know about Meta's 'monopoly' trial

Meta's potential forced divestiture of Instagram and WhatsApp poses significant implications for competition law and big tech regulations.

fromwww.thelocal.se

Whatsapp to pull out of Sweden if 'back door' surveillance law passes

Whatsapp may leave Sweden if a law allowing government access to encrypted messages is passed, prioritizing user privacy over continued service.

EU data protection

EU might impose further regulation on WhatsApp

WhatsApp's rise in EU users may lead to stricter regulations under the Digital Services Act.

fromMail Online

WhatsApp is DOWN: App crashes for thousands of users around the world

WhatsApp experienced a significant outage affecting thousands of users worldwide, leading to frustrations and commentary on social media.

fromFast Company

Zuckerberg defends Meta's Instagram, WhatsApp deals in U.S. antitrust trial

Meta's acquisition strategy for Instagram and WhatsApp was aimed at stifling competition, now challenged under antitrust scrutiny.

FTC v. Meta Trial: The Future of Instagram and WhatsApp Is at Stake

The FTC's trial against Meta could lead to the forced spinoff of Instagram and WhatsApp to restore competition.

fromeuronews

Everything you need to know about Meta's 'monopoly' trial

Meta's potential forced divestiture of Instagram and WhatsApp poses significant implications for competition law and big tech regulations.

more#meta

fromFast Company

7 hours ago

Media industry

WhatsApp's new Netflix doc on F1 is a master class in turning advertising into entertainment

Lewis Hamilton's departure from Mercedes sparked the creation of a documentary highlighting the internal search for his replacement, featuring WhatsApp.

The documentary showcases how WhatsApp is instrumental in significant life moments, transcending traditional advertising.

#privacy

fromThe Hacker News

22 hours ago

Privacy technologies

WhatsApp Launches Private Processing to Enable AI Features While Protecting Message Privacy

WhatsApp introduces Private Processing, enabling AI features while maintaining user privacy through secure message handling.

Miscellaneous

Paragon spyware used to target citizens across Europe, says Italian government | TechCrunch

The Italian government confirms a spyware campaign revealed by WhatsApp, denying any involvement in targeting citizens.

Mobile UX

WhatsApp's messages and channel updates translation is available for beta users

WhatsApp's new translation feature allows on-device translation of messages in multiple languages without an internet connection.

23 hours ago

Artificial intelligence

WhatsApp Is Gambling That It Can Add AI Features Without Compromising Privacy

Meta's Private Processing aims to enhance WhatsApp's AI while minimizing risks, unlike Apple's all-encompassing design for its Intelligence platform.

fromSocial Media Today

Privacy technologies

WhatsApp Adds Advanced Chat Privacy Setting to Protect User Data

WhatsApp introduces 'Advanced Chat Privacy' to enhance user control over chat content sharing.

Privacy technologies

WhatsApp introduces a feature that blocks chat participants from sharing content

WhatsApp's Advanced Chat Privacy feature prevents conversation sharing outside the app.

fromThe Hacker News

22 hours ago

WhatsApp Launches Private Processing to Enable AI Features While Protecting Message Privacy

WhatsApp introduces Private Processing, enabling AI features while maintaining user privacy through secure message handling.

Paragon spyware used to target citizens across Europe, says Italian government | TechCrunch

The Italian government confirms a spyware campaign revealed by WhatsApp, denying any involvement in targeting citizens.

Mobile UX

WhatsApp's messages and channel updates translation is available for beta users

WhatsApp's new translation feature allows on-device translation of messages in multiple languages without an internet connection.

23 hours ago

Artificial intelligence

WhatsApp Is Gambling That It Can Add AI Features Without Compromising Privacy

Meta's Private Processing aims to enhance WhatsApp's AI while minimizing risks, unlike Apple's all-encompassing design for its Intelligence platform.

fromSocial Media Today

Privacy technologies

WhatsApp Adds Advanced Chat Privacy Setting to Protect User Data

WhatsApp introduces 'Advanced Chat Privacy' to enhance user control over chat content sharing.

Privacy technologies

WhatsApp introduces a feature that blocks chat participants from sharing content

WhatsApp's Advanced Chat Privacy feature prevents conversation sharing outside the app.

WhatsApp will let you tell group members what your role is

WhatsApp introduces group chat labels for clarity on user roles, visible only to group members.

Google Messages will support WhatsApp video calls

Google Messages will soon allow video calls from WhatsApp directly.

Integration focuses on enhancing user experience for one-on-one chats.

Group chats will default to Google Meet for video calls.

Feature expected to be released in a few weeks.

Women in technology

WhatsApp is reportedly bringing voice and video calls to browsers

Microsoft is shutting down Skype on May 5, indicating its decline against competitors.

fromClickUp

Privacy technologies

15+ WhatsApp Hacks You Should Know | ClickUp

WhatsApp can enhance productivity through effective communication hacks beyond casual texting.

Web frameworks

WhatsApp is working on video and voice calls on the web

WhatsApp's web client may soon enable voice and video calls, enhancing communication versatility across devices.

WhatsApp will let you tell group members what your role is

WhatsApp introduces group chat labels for clarity on user roles, visible only to group members.

Google Messages will support WhatsApp video calls

Google Messages will soon allow video calls from WhatsApp directly.

Integration focuses on enhancing user experience for one-on-one chats.

Group chats will default to Google Meet for video calls.

Feature expected to be released in a few weeks.

Women in technology

WhatsApp is reportedly bringing voice and video calls to browsers

Microsoft is shutting down Skype on May 5, indicating its decline against competitors.

fromClickUp

Privacy technologies

15+ WhatsApp Hacks You Should Know | ClickUp

WhatsApp can enhance productivity through effective communication hacks beyond casual texting.

Web frameworks

WhatsApp is working on video and voice calls on the web

WhatsApp's web client may soon enable voice and video calls, enhancing communication versatility across devices.

Miscellaneous

WhatsApp brings image and voice inputs to its ChatGPT integration

WhatsApp is enhancing ChatGPT integration by allowing image uploads and voice messages, expanding the ways users can interact with the AI.

Growth hacking

Grouphug is a stealth-mode startup that plans use AI inside WhatsApp groups | TechCrunch

Grouphug offers a unique app that transforms group WhatsApp chats into memes, with plans for a broader generative AI platform.

Miscellaneous

WhatsApp brings image and voice inputs to its ChatGPT integration

WhatsApp is enhancing ChatGPT integration by allowing image uploads and voice messages, expanding the ways users can interact with the AI.

Growth hacking

Grouphug is a stealth-mode startup that plans use AI inside WhatsApp groups | TechCrunch

Grouphug offers a unique app that transforms group WhatsApp chats into memes, with plans for a broader generative AI platform.

Mobile UX

WhatsApp launches Advanced Chat Privacy

WhatsApp launched Advanced Chat Privacy to enhance chat security by preventing content from being exported.

6 days ago

Privacy technologies

WhatsApp now lets you block people from exporting your entire chat history

WhatsApp's new Advanced Chat Privacy feature enhances user control over chat exports and media downloads.

6 days ago

WhatsApp launches Advanced Chat Privacy

WhatsApp launched Advanced Chat Privacy to enhance chat security by preventing content from being exported.

6 days ago

Privacy technologies

WhatsApp now lets you block people from exporting your entire chat history

WhatsApp's new Advanced Chat Privacy feature enhances user control over chat exports and media downloads.

more#chat-privacy

#meta-ai

Artificial intelligence

WhatsApp infuses more AI into group chats

WhatsApp's new beta allows AI-generated icons for group chats, expanding personalization options.

AI assists in group interaction, settling debates and providing ideas within the chat.

What Is the Meta AI Button in WhatsApp, and How Do I Remove It?

Meta has expanded its AI assistant to WhatsApp, raising privacy concerns over user interactions not being end-to-end encrypted.

Meta AI chatbot gets better at remembering things you said, and is more personal

Meta AI has enhanced memory features for better personalization.

Users can share preferences and the chatbot will remember them.

This feature is available only in the US and Canada.

Meta AI can remember context for better future recommendations.

I can't delete WhatsApp's new AI tool. But I'll use it over my dead body | Polly Hudson

Meta AI's presence on WhatsApp has elicited feelings of fear and anger among users who feel their consent was ignored.

WhatsApp's latest feature makes your messages even more private | TechCrunch

WhatsApp's new feature adds an extra layer of privacy by preventing chat exports and auto-downloads.

Mobile UX

WhatsApp testing new widget to make Meta AI easier to access

WhatsApp introduces a customizable home screen widget for easier access to Meta AI functionalities.

Artificial intelligence

WhatsApp infuses more AI into group chats

WhatsApp's new beta allows AI-generated icons for group chats, expanding personalization options.

AI assists in group interaction, settling debates and providing ideas within the chat.

What Is the Meta AI Button in WhatsApp, and How Do I Remove It?

Meta has expanded its AI assistant to WhatsApp, raising privacy concerns over user interactions not being end-to-end encrypted.

Meta AI chatbot gets better at remembering things you said, and is more personal

Meta AI has enhanced memory features for better personalization.

Users can share preferences and the chatbot will remember them.

This feature is available only in the US and Canada.

Meta AI can remember context for better future recommendations.

I can't delete WhatsApp's new AI tool. But I'll use it over my dead body | Polly Hudson

Meta AI's presence on WhatsApp has elicited feelings of fear and anger among users who feel their consent was ignored.

WhatsApp's latest feature makes your messages even more private | TechCrunch

WhatsApp's new feature adds an extra layer of privacy by preventing chat exports and auto-downloads.

Mobile UX

WhatsApp testing new widget to make Meta AI easier to access

WhatsApp introduces a customizable home screen widget for easier access to Meta AI functionalities.

more#meta-ai

#misinformation

How do Indians navigate WhatsApp misinformation? DW 04/21/2025

WhatsApp has significantly contributed to the spread of misinformation, impacting family relationships and mental well-being.

Social media marketing

How do Indians navigate through misinformation on WhatsApp? DW 04/21/2025

Misinformation on WhatsApp is causing rifts in families, particularly around political discussions.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Coronavirus

Badenoch tells inquiry of fake claims on WhatsApp during Covid pandemic

Family WhatsApp groups proved more hazardous for spreading misinformation during the pandemic than larger social media platforms.

UK news

WhatsApp groups spread more false Covid claims than social media Badenoch

Family WhatsApp groups are a major source of COVID-19 misinformation, more concerning than social media.

How do Indians navigate WhatsApp misinformation? DW 04/21/2025

WhatsApp has significantly contributed to the spread of misinformation, impacting family relationships and mental well-being.

Social media marketing

How do Indians navigate through misinformation on WhatsApp? DW 04/21/2025

Misinformation on WhatsApp is causing rifts in families, particularly around political discussions.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Coronavirus

Badenoch tells inquiry of fake claims on WhatsApp during Covid pandemic

Family WhatsApp groups proved more hazardous for spreading misinformation during the pandemic than larger social media platforms.

UK news

WhatsApp groups spread more false Covid claims than social media Badenoch

Family WhatsApp groups are a major source of COVID-19 misinformation, more concerning than social media.

more#misinformation

fromVG247

Social media marketing

Diablo 4 will help you pretend you have way more friends than you actually do with its bold, new... WhatsApp group?

Blizzard's introduction of a WhatsApp group for Diablo 4 updates raises questions about effective communication methods for gaming news.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK politics

Badenoch laughs off Jenrick's WhatsApp mix-up

Kemi Badenoch humorously acknowledged being mistakenly added to a WhatsApp group promoting Robert Jenrick's London Marathon run.

WhatsApp As Default Messaging App on iPhone? It's COMING

WhatsApp is introducing a feature to set it as the default messaging app on iPhone with new iOS permissions.

fromwww.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk

Apple

iPhone will soon let you set WhatsApp as the default calling and messaging app

WhatsApp can soon be set as the default calling and messaging app on iPhones.

Gadgets

Certain iPhones to be locked out of WhatsApp from next month - devices affected

iPhone models running iOS 12 will lose access to WhatsApp starting May 2025.

fromKnowYourMobile

WhatsApp As Default Messaging App on iPhone? It's COMING

WhatsApp is introducing a feature to set it as the default messaging app on iPhone with new iOS permissions.

fromwww.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk

Apple

iPhone will soon let you set WhatsApp as the default calling and messaging app

WhatsApp can soon be set as the default calling and messaging app on iPhones.

Gadgets

Certain iPhones to be locked out of WhatsApp from next month - devices affected

iPhone models running iOS 12 will lose access to WhatsApp starting May 2025.

Facebook owner Meta faces existential threat at trial over Instagram, WhatsApp

Meta Platforms faces a trial challenging its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp based on antitrust claims.

fromBusiness Insider

London startup

Telegram hits 1 billion active users as CEO Pavel Durov takes swipe at Meta-owned rival WhatsApp

Telegram has reached 1 billion monthly active users, highlighting its growth and profitability while criticizing WhatsApp.

Miscellaneous

Digested week: Labour politicians' loose talk part of long-standing tradition

Modern communication platforms like WhatsApp can lead to significant consequences for public figures due to informal comments.

Public remarks in private groups can provoke suspensions and outrage, consistent with the long-standing issue of public fallout from loose talk.

SF music

WhatsApp users can now add music to their status

WhatsApp introduces a feature allowing users to add temporary music clips to their status updates.

fromAol

Facebook owner Meta faces existential threat at trial over Instagram, WhatsApp

Meta Platforms faces a trial challenging its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp based on antitrust claims.

London startup

fromBusiness Insider

Telegram hits 1 billion active users as CEO Pavel Durov takes swipe at Meta-owned rival WhatsApp

Telegram has reached 1 billion monthly active users, highlighting its growth and profitability while criticizing WhatsApp.

Miscellaneous

Digested week: Labour politicians' loose talk part of long-standing tradition

Modern communication platforms like WhatsApp can lead to significant consequences for public figures due to informal comments.

Public remarks in private groups can provoke suspensions and outrage, consistent with the long-standing issue of public fallout from loose talk.

SF music

WhatsApp users can now add music to their status

WhatsApp introduces a feature allowing users to add temporary music clips to their status updates.

WhatsApp testing new features for audio and video calls

WhatsApp is testing new audio and video call features for Android, improving user privacy and call management.

Privacy technologies

WhatsApp will let you prevent others from auto-saving media you send them

WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that enhances privacy by preventing auto-saving of sent media on recipients' devices.

Mobile UX

WhatsApp for iPhone could soon get multi-account support

WhatsApp is testing multi-account support for iPhone users while already available on Android.

WhatsApp testing new features for audio and video calls

WhatsApp is testing new audio and video call features for Android, improving user privacy and call management.

Privacy technologies

WhatsApp will let you prevent others from auto-saving media you send them

WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that enhances privacy by preventing auto-saving of sent media on recipients' devices.

Mobile UX

WhatsApp for iPhone could soon get multi-account support

WhatsApp is testing multi-account support for iPhone users while already available on Android.

more#android

#cybersecurity

fromwww.aljazeera.com

WhatsApp says its users targeted by Israeli spyware company Paragon

Israeli spyware firm Paragon Solutions attempted to hack WhatsApp users, prompting the platform to take action.

WhatsApp disrupts spyware campaign targeting journalists

WhatsApp disrupted a spyware campaign affecting journalists and civil society from Israeli company Paragon Solutions.

Revelations of Israeli spyware abuse raise fears over possible use by Trump

WhatsApp users were targeted by Paragon Solutions' spyware, raising concerns about government misuse of tracking technology.

fromIrish Independent

4 weeks ago

Privacy professionals

Irish Revolut customers who fell for WhatsApp scams lost 1,200 on average last year

Consumers are being targeted by scams on WhatsApp, with Ireland experiencing a significant increase in such incidents.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

WhatsApp says its users targeted by Israeli spyware company Paragon

Israeli spyware firm Paragon Solutions attempted to hack WhatsApp users, prompting the platform to take action.

WhatsApp disrupts spyware campaign targeting journalists

WhatsApp disrupted a spyware campaign affecting journalists and civil society from Israeli company Paragon Solutions.

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Revelations of Israeli spyware abuse raise fears over possible use by Trump

WhatsApp users were targeted by Paragon Solutions' spyware, raising concerns about government misuse of tracking technology.

fromIrish Independent

4 weeks ago

Privacy professionals

Irish Revolut customers who fell for WhatsApp scams lost 1,200 on average last year

Consumers are being targeted by scams on WhatsApp, with Ireland experiencing a significant increase in such incidents.

Telegram founder Pavel Durov says app now has 1B users, calls WhatsApp a 'cheap, watered down imitation' | TechCrunch

Telegram has surpassed 1 billion active users and reported significant profits, establishing itself as a strong competitor against WhatsApp.

London politics

Police officer for Lewisham, Greenwich and Bexley had indecent video involving child

Former police constable Anthony Moore faced misconduct for sharing child exploitation materials and extreme violence videos, reflecting serious breaches of ethical conduct.

fromwww.cnbc.com

Online Community Development

Meta investors shouldn't sleep on WhatsApp's potential. Here's why

WhatsApp's business messaging is poised for significant growth, projected to generate $5.8 billion to $7.3 billion in revenue by 2030.

Meta's overall market for business messaging is set to expand from $26 billion in 2024 to $40 billion by 2030.

#messaging

WhatsApp is working on support for threaded message replies

WhatsApp is developing threaded message replies to better organize responses in chats.

WhatsApp is reportedly developing reply threads

WhatsApp is introducing a new feature to streamline message replies by consolidating all responses into a single thread.

Online Community Development

Cryptocurrency

Message threads are coming to WhatsApp

WhatsApp is introducing a threaded message feature to improve conversation tracking and organization.

WhatsApp is working on support for threaded message replies

WhatsApp is developing threaded message replies to better organize responses in chats.

WhatsApp is reportedly developing reply threads

WhatsApp is introducing a new feature to streamline message replies by consolidating all responses into a single thread.

Cryptocurrency

fromSearch Engine Roundtable

Message threads are coming to WhatsApp

WhatsApp is introducing a threaded message feature to improve conversation tracking and organization.

WhatsApp is now a Very Large platform in the EU, and will face tougher regulation

WhatsApp has been designated as a Very Large Online Platform (VLOP) under the EU's Digital Services Act due to its user base.

#chat-features

Miscellaneous

Google Business Profiles Launching Chat With Text & WhatsApp In United States

Google is rolling out chat features for business profiles in the U.S.

Businesses can now connect with customers via texting and WhatsApp.

Confusion persists due to conflicting information in Google support documents.

fromSearch Engine Roundtable

Web design

WhatsApp is getting themed chat bubbles

WhatsApp introduces enhanced customization features for chat themes, colors, and wallpapers.

Miscellaneous

Google Business Profiles Launching Chat With Text & WhatsApp In United States

Google is rolling out chat features for business profiles in the U.S.

Businesses can now connect with customers via texting and WhatsApp.

Confusion persists due to conflicting information in Google support documents.

Web design

WhatsApp is getting themed chat bubbles

WhatsApp introduces enhanced customization features for chat themes, colors, and wallpapers.

more#chat-features

#labour-party

London politics

More Labour figures may be suspended as party investigates WhatsApp group

Labour MP Andrew Gwynne faces investigation for racist and sexist remarks shared in a WhatsApp group, leading to his dismissal as a health minister.

UK politics

Second Labour MP faces sanctions over offensive WhatsApp group messages

Labour MP Oliver Ryan is under investigation for not challenging offensive comments in a WhatsApp group.

Prime Minister's strong stance against racism and sexism in the Labour party is clear.

London politics

More Labour figures may be suspended as party investigates WhatsApp group

Labour MP Andrew Gwynne faces investigation for racist and sexist remarks shared in a WhatsApp group, leading to his dismissal as a health minister.

UK politics

Second Labour MP faces sanctions over offensive WhatsApp group messages

Labour MP Oliver Ryan is under investigation for not challenging offensive comments in a WhatsApp group.

Prime Minister's strong stance against racism and sexism in the Labour party is clear.

WhatsApp is adding support for paying bills in India

WhatsApp is launching a bill payment feature for its Indian users, enhancing its utility in the market.

fromZDNET

Miscellaneous

ChatGPT in WhatsApp just got an update that'll make you actually want to text it

ChatGPT functionality in WhatsApp has expanded to include image and audio uploads for enhanced user interaction.

WhatsApp is adding support for events in one-on-one chats

WhatsApp introduces event scheduling in one-on-one chats, aiming to compete with calendar apps like Google Calendar.

fromForbes

Marketing

Why Gallabox Thinks WhatsApp Is The Future Of Sales And Marketing

Gallabox enables SMEs to effectively communicate with customers through WhatsApp, ensuring better lead management and conversion.