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Categories: TECHNOLOGY · POLITICS · BUSINESS

WhatsApp usernames rollout meets global pushback

Overview

Meta began rolling out optional @‑handle usernames on 30 June 2026, initially to a limited set of users. By mid‑July the feature was extended to beta testers in several countries (Italy, Brazil, Turkey, the United States and Portugal) who can create a 3‑35‑character identifier and optionally set a four‑digit PIN for chat initiation, while a phone number remains required for account registration. The rollout is marketed as a privacy upgrade that lets users start chats without exposing their numbers.

Meta is also testing a green‑dot presence indicator that shows when a contact is actively using WhatsApp; the indicator is currently visible only on the contact’s profile page for a small group of Android and iOS beta users.

Regulatory concerns have widened beyond India. The Indian government, which asked for an explanation by 9 July, prompted Meta to pause further expansion while safeguards are reviewed. In late July Somalia’s communications minister warned that untraceable usernames could hinder anti‑terror operations and exacerbate mobile‑money fraud, echoing India’s objections. Meta has responded that phone numbers remain mandatory and that built‑in safeguards aim to limit scams.

The broader rollout continues, with a phased global extension expected over the coming weeks, while regulators in several jurisdictions assess the feature’s impact on security and fraud prevention.

Timeline

1 day ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
Somalia warns WhatsApp usernames could undermine anti‑terror operations
Somalia’s communications minister says WhatsApp’s upcoming username feature could hinder tracking of al‑Shabab militants and boost fraud, urging Meta to delay rollout.
2 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 10 sources
WhatsApp adds usernames, iPad accounts and green online indicator in 2026 feature rollout
WhatsApp introduces usernames, a green online dot, independent iPad accounts, PDF viewer, CarPlay/Android Auto support, music sharing in status, Meta AI on Web, and custom emoji options, rolling out globally in
4 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
India challenges WhatsApp usernames, raising privacy concerns
India has objected to WhatsApp's new username feature, citing fraud risks and warning it could set a global precedent for privacy restrictions.
4 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
WhatsApp launches username feature to hide phone numbers
WhatsApp is adding @‑style usernames, allowing chats without revealing phone numbers. The feature rolls out globally, requires a phone number for account creation, and enhances user privacy.
6 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 13 sources
WhatsApp launches usernames to mask phone numbers, adds green‑dot online indicator
WhatsApp is rolling out usernames to hide phone numbers and a green‑dot online indicator, both in limited beta, with India raising regulatory concerns.
6 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 13 sources
WhatsApp adds in‑call microphone mode controls for iPhone
WhatsApp now lets iPhone users change Apple’s mic modes (Automatic, Standard, Voice Isolation, Wide Spectrum) directly during calls, with gradual rollout to newer iPhones; the Mac app also receives a Liquid Gl
7 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp Introduces iOS Noise‑Cancellation Controls and Android Voice‑Message Widget
WhatsApp adds iOS call‑screen noise‑cancellation controls and an Android home‑screen widget for instant, multi‑recipient voice messages, rolling out globally in coming weeks.
7 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
WhatsApp to Offer Own Cloud Backup Service with Free 2 GB Tier
WhatsApp is testing its own encrypted cloud backup, offering 2 GB free and paid plans up to 50 GB, aiming to replace iCloud/Google Drive and ease cross‑platform migration.
7 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
India's MeitY reviews WhatsApp and Telegram username rollout amid privacy concerns
India's MeitY is reviewing WhatsApp and Telegram's upcoming username feature, citing privacy and fraud risks; a decision is expected within 20 days.
8 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp to Debut Voice-Message Widget as German Health Advice Recommends Nighttime Phone Shutdown
WhatsApp is testing a home‑screen widget for voice messages, while German health officials recommend fully powering off phones at night to improve sleep and battery life.
9 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
WhatsApp introduces new message animation and username option, users react
WhatsApp added a new right‑to‑left message bubble animation on iOS, sparking user outrage, and launched a username system to chat without phone numbers; both can be managed in Settings.
9 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 27 sources
WhatsApp to launch its own iOS cloud backup with 2 GB free
WhatsApp is building a 2 GB‑free, mandatory‑encrypted cloud backup for iOS, with paid upgrades and the option to replace iCloud storage.
9 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
WhatsApp adds pinned‑message notifications and username feature
WhatsApp beta adds notifications for pinned messages and plans a username system that lets users chat without sharing phone numbers, aiming for a global rollout by year‑end.
9 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp faces India block and fraud concerns over new username feature
India halted WhatsApp’s username rollout over phishing risks; tests in Switzerland showed fraudulent reservation of official names, prompting Meta to promise safeguards.
9 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp expands group video calls to 32 participants and adds optional chat history for new members
WhatsApp now supports group video calls with up to 32 participants, screen‑sharing with audio and higher‑quality codec, and adds an optional chat‑history transfer for new group members, with member notification
10 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
India's government reviews messaging apps' username feature for security risks
India's MeitY is reviewing responses from WhatsApp, Telegram and others on a proposed username feature, citing risks of impersonation and other cybercrimes; a decision is pending.
10 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
WhatsApp Business rolls out username reservation and multi‑account support in Brazil
WhatsApp Business in Brazil introduces reserved usernames for brands and, in a beta, lets Android users run two separate accounts on one device.
10 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 6 sources
WhatsApp adds optional username alias to protect user privacy
WhatsApp is rolling out an optional username alias, letting users start chats without sharing phone numbers, with activation steps and privacy benefits.
11 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp rolls out birthday reminders and new smartwatch, iPhone, and channel features
WhatsApp is testing birthday reminders, Wear OS chat controls, a new iPhone group UI, pinned‑message alerts, and a paid‑partnership label for channels.
11 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp tests birthday reminder feature on Android
WhatsApp is beta‑testing an Android birthday reminder that shows contacts’ upcoming birthdays and sends notifications, using existing phone data and raising privacy questions.
11 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
WhatsApp and Note‑App Security Risks Highlight User Data Vulnerabilities
Note‑app lack of encryption exposes sensitive data, while WhatsApp’s new usernames risk identity theft, prompting concerns especially in India.
12 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
WhatsApp expands automation tools and adds username reservation feature
WhatsApp adds Android automation bots for businesses and a new @username reservation in Brazil, boosting privacy, security and efficiency for its 2 billion users.
13 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
WhatsApp introduces usernames and larger file sharing
WhatsApp adds a username option for privacy and a larger file‑sharing capability, rolling out from July 2026 with verification rules and enhanced file handling.
13 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 18 sources
India IT ministry reviews WhatsApp, Telegram replies on username feature
India's IT ministry has received and is reviewing replies from WhatsApp and Telegram on a proposed username feature that could enable fraud, while considering uniform rules for all messaging apps.
15 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 10 sources
India pushes back on WhatsApp username feature over fraud fears
WhatsApp’s new username feature, meant to hide phone numbers, faces Indian regulator delays over fraud and impersonation concerns, with Meta pledging to pause rollout until consultations finish.
15 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
Meta launches AI‑powered WhatsApp Business Agent in India
Meta unveiled the AI‑powered WhatsApp Business Agent at its Mumbai summit, enabling 24/7 automated customer service for Indian businesses, with early adopters reporting up to 60% of queries handled and higher‑c
15 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
WhatsApp rolls out usernames to replace phone numbers
WhatsApp is testing usernames to let users chat without revealing phone numbers, though numbers stay stored and metadata collection continues.
16 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
WhatsApp tests green‑dot indicator to show contacts’ online status
WhatsApp is testing a green‑dot icon that shows when contacts are online, visible only in the contact‑info screen and respecting current privacy settings.
18 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 9 sources
India stalls WhatsApp username rollout as government cites cyber‑fraud risks
India’s IT ministry has paused WhatsApp’s username feature, extending Meta’s reply deadline to July 9 over fears it could fuel fraud and phishing. The rollout remains on hold pending further consultations.
18 days ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
India's MeitY expands control over digital platforms amid new IT rule draft and Meta scrutiny
India's MeitY proposes rule changes that formalise advisory powers, pauses WhatsApp's username rollout, and orders Meta to remove child‑sexual‑abuse ads, tightening platform oversight under the IT Act.
18 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 10 sources
WhatsApp launches usernames, offering phone-number privacy as India questions rollout
WhatsApp is rolling out usernames for privacy, letting users chat without phone numbers, but India has demanded a halt and explanations over fraud risks.
20 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
Arattai drops username accounts after India blocks WhatsApp feature
Indian messaging app Arattai will disable its username‑based accounts after the government ordered Meta to halt WhatsApp’s username rollout over fraud concerns, with co‑founder Sridhar Vembu confirming the move
20 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
India scrutinizes WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal over new username feature
India’s IT ministry has issued notices to WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal over username features amid fraud concerns, while WhatsApp opens early username reservations ahead of rollout.
20 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
India Halts WhatsApp Profile Name Rollout Over Scam Concerns
WhatsApp's planned username feature is on hold in India as authorities fear it could boost scams; the company cites safeguards, but the government demands a pause for its 500 million‑user market.
20 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp launches usernames to let users hide phone numbers
WhatsApp is adding @‑style usernames, allowing users to chat without exposing phone numbers, with optional PIN protection and no public directory, starting in Spain and Mexico.
21 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 10 sources
India's IT Ministry cracks down on username features in messaging apps
India's IT ministry has sent notices to WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal over username features, citing fraud and impersonation risks, and Zoho's Arattai will disable its username accounts to comply.
21 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp's Username feature held pending Indian regulator review
India has halted WhatsApp's planned Username feature, citing fraud risks; Meta replied that the optional, non‑searchable handle system will launch later after regulator approval.
21 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 25 sources
WhatsApp launches username reservation, India urges pause over fraud
WhatsApp is letting users reserve usernames ahead of a 2026 global rollout to replace phone numbers, but India has asked the company to pause the feature over fraud and impersonation worries.
21 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
India halts rollout of WhatsApp username feature pending security review
India has blocked WhatsApp’s new username feature, demanding Meta’s compliance with IT laws and a three‑day response over fraud and cyber‑security worries.
21 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp rolls out username reservation to boost user privacy
WhatsApp starts a gradual rollout of optional usernames and a four‑digit PIN, letting users chat without sharing phone numbers, first in Argentina and expanding to Spain.
22 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp delays rollout of optional username feature in India after government objections
WhatsApp postpones its new optional username feature in India after the government raised privacy and security concerns and ordered a halt until clarification is provided.
22 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp username feature draws government scrutiny in India and Bangladesh
WhatsApp's new username option, designed for privacy, is under review by Indian and Bangladeshi authorities over fraud concerns, prompting a government‑Meta dialogue on security safeguards.
22 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
YouTube and WhatsApp introduce new privacy controls for shared links and usernames
YouTube adds a toggle to stop automatic chats from shared video links, while WhatsApp rolls out username‑based chats to replace phone numbers, both enhancing user privacy.
22 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
WhatsApp Introduces Username Feature and Opens Early Reservations
WhatsApp is adding usernames to replace phone numbers, opening early reservations and promising enhanced privacy while keeping encryption unchanged.
22 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 13 sources
WhatsApp launches user‑name handles to hide phone numbers
WhatsApp is gradually enabling optional @handles so users can chat without revealing phone numbers, with a four‑digit key and anti‑abuse safeguards.
22 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp's new username feature raises privacy and impersonation risks in India
WhatsApp will add usernames to protect privacy for billions, but Indian experts warn it could aid impersonation and scams without strong safeguards.
22 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
WhatsApp adds optional usernames so users can hide phone numbers
WhatsApp will introduce optional usernames, letting users hide their phone numbers while still needing a number to create an account. The rollout begins this year, with reservations now open and privacy experts
22 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp opens optional username reservation to boost privacy
WhatsApp is opening optional username reservations on Android and iOS, letting users chat without revealing phone numbers while keeping the feature non‑mandatory and privacy‑focused.
22 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 9 sources
WhatsApp expands usernames and redesigns interface in new updates
WhatsApp adds usernames, a new Contacts tab and Liquid Glass UI on iOS, launches Side Chat for Meta AI, and switches GIFs from Tenor to Giphy, with rollouts beginning in beta across several countries.
23 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 25 sources
WhatsApp launches global username feature to hide phone numbers
WhatsApp adds a global username feature that hides phone numbers, allowing chats via unique handles; rollout begins now with reservations open, but Indian regulators warn of impersonation risks.
23 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 40 sources
India orders Meta to pause WhatsApp username rollout pending security review
India’s IT ministry ordered Meta to halt the WhatsApp username rollout, citing fraud and impersonation risks, and asked for a three‑day explanation before any launch.
23 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 8 sources
WhatsApp introduces Username feature to chat without sharing phone numbers
WhatsApp is rolling out a Username feature that lets users chat without sharing phone numbers, with optional Username Key security and no public directory, slated for full global release by end‑2026.
23 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp introduces usernames to conceal phone numbers
WhatsApp will let users hide phone numbers by using reserved usernames, with an optional key to restrict who can message them; rollout begins on Android, then iOS, aiming for full availability by year‑end.
23 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
Hablla's AI‑Driven WhatsApp Tour Highlights Operational Gaps Across Brazil and Uruguay
Hablla’s AI‑focused WhatsApp tour across Brazil and Uruguay highlighted operational gaps in the channel and showcased integrated marketing‑sales tools and new AI automation technology.
24 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 209 sources
WhatsApp introduces usernames, letting users hide phone numbers
WhatsApp will let users create usernames to be contacted without sharing phone numbers, with a global rollout that includes reservation of identifiers.
24 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
saleshub2b deploys WhatsApp AI to accelerate lead conversion in high‑ticket sales
saleshub2b launches a WhatsApp AI tool to quickly engage warm leads, aiming to boost appointments and revenue for high‑ticket sales teams.
24 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
WhatsApp introduces Liquid Glass redesign for iPad in beta rollout
Meta is beta‑testing the Liquid Glass redesign on WhatsApp for iPad, adding transparent, floating UI elements to align with iPadOS 26; rollout is limited and no release date is set.
24 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
WhatsApp adds user‑alias feature and offers fix for missing contacts in phone address book
WhatsApp launches @username aliases for privacy while keeping number‑based contacts, and provides steps to sync WhatsApp contacts that are missing from phone address books.
25 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
WhatsApp tests Side Chat feature for private Meta AI conversations
WhatsApp is beta‑testing Side Chat, a private panel for Meta AI assistance that uses Private Processing to keep interactions secure and unrecorded, currently limited to select Android and iOS users.
26 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
WhatsApp iPad Beta Receives Liquid Glass Redesign
Meta’s WhatsApp iPad beta now shows a “Liquid Glass” redesign with floating translucent UI elements, native‑style layout and fluid animations, part of a broader Apple‑platform rollout.
26 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp Web desktop: QR‑code connection, sync features and Windows 11 fixes
WhatsApp Web syncs mobile chats to a browser via QR code; to fix Windows 11 issues, check servers, update apps and browsers, reset network and clear cache.
27 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp tests chat‑list Status view and offers GTA VI‑style icon customization
WhatsApp is testing a chat‑list view for Status updates while also offering a GTA VI‑inspired icon skin, both in beta and optional.
29 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
Meta adds AI-driven security warning to WhatsApp to curb phishing attacks
Meta introduces a proactive security warning in WhatsApp to block phishing before chats start, amid a surge in AI‑driven phishing that now fuels most attacks and causes billions in losses.
29 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
Meta adds paid voice calls and API response fees to WhatsApp Business
Meta launches WhatsApp Business Calling with free inbound and billed outbound calls, and will begin charging businesses for API response messages in October.
29 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
Meta launches Business Agent AI for WhatsApp customer service
Meta unveiled Business Agent AI for WhatsApp, shifting toward transactional commerce, while a Mexican firm deployed a Claude‑powered WhatsApp assistant for SMBs, highlighting the rise of autonomous customer‑svc
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp introduces WhatsApp Plus subscription in South Africa
WhatsApp launched a paid WhatsApp Plus subscription in South Africa for R28.99 / month, adding premium features like more pinned chats and custom themes while keeping the basic service free.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp tests new Liquid Glass chat design on iOS and green‑dot online status on Android
WhatsApp is beta‑testing a Liquid Glass redesign for iPhone chat screens and a green‑dot online status indicator for Android, both set for gradual roll‑out.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp rolls out animated iPhone chat bubbles and new disappearing‑message options
WhatsApp reintroduces animated iPhone chat bubbles with a toggle to disable them, while expanding disappearing‑message timers up to 90 days and adding auto‑delete after reading.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
Meta rolls out Instagram Plus and WhatsApp Plus subscriptions in Turkey
Meta launches Instagram Plus (55.99 TL/month) and WhatsApp Plus (41.99 TL/month) in Turkey, adding premium features while keeping the free versions unchanged.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
WhatsApp tests animated chat bubbles and green active‑status indicator
WhatsApp beta users see animated chat bubbles and a green active‑status dot, aiming to modernise the UI while raising privacy concerns.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp adds self‑destructing text messages and revamps status screen
WhatsApp tests self‑destructing text messages and rolls out a unified Android status‑text screen with preview, expiry options and privacy settings.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp tests single‑view messages and home‑screen voice note widget
WhatsApp is testing a single‑view text message that can be opened only once and an Android home‑screen widget for quick voice note sending, both still in beta.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp tests new message‑animation feature for iPhone in beta
WhatsApp is beta‑testing a new optional animation for iPhone message bubbles, mirroring a recent Android rollout; the feature is limited to select testers and has no public release date yet.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
WhatsApp tests new backup management tools and animated message bubbles
WhatsApp is testing Android backup tools, a proprietary cloud option, animated message bubbles on Android and iOS, and a redesigned status page with preview and timer controls.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
EU rules force Meta’s WhatsApp changes and open direct‑to‑consumer paths for game studios
EU’s Digital Markets Act compels Meta to add WhatsApp interoperability and opens direct‑to‑consumer sales for mobile game studios via new web‑shop platforms.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 6 sources
WhatsApp Plus subscription launched in Turkey at 41.99 TL per month
Meta introduced WhatsApp Plus in Turkey for 41.99 TL/month, with a 30‑day free trial and features like custom icons, themes, animated stickers, custom ringtones and up to 20 pinned chats.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
Google Play Services adds WhatsApp backup to Android system settings
Google Play Services 26.23 shifts WhatsApp backup controls to Android Settings, centralising data management without changing backup functionality; rollout begins in the next weeks.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp tests Android widget for instant voice messages
WhatsApp is beta‑testing an Android home‑screen widget for faster voice messages and highlights its existing self‑chat feature for personal notes, photos and file transfers.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
MacOS Infostealer Surge and WhatsApp Travel Phishing Spike
Infostealers now make up over 65% of new macOS malware, targeting crypto wallets and keychains, while travelers face a rise in WhatsApp‑based vacation phishing that uses real booking details to steal data.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
Meta Launches Global Business Agent AI for Millions of Companies
Meta launches its Business Agent AI on WhatsApp, Messenger and Instagram, offering free basic access and a token‑based plan for larger firms, while partnering with Reliance for a 168 MW data centre in India to
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp updates Android app with animation toggle, removes avatar stickers and revamps group UI
WhatsApp adds an Android setting to disable chat animations, removes avatar stickers, and splits group settings into separate preference and privacy tabs.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
EU Orders Meta to Open WhatsApp to Competing AI Chatbots and Imposes Heavy Fines
EU mandates Meta to grant rival AI chatbots access to WhatsApp, classifies WhatsApp Channels as a Very Large Online Platform, and fined the company €200 million for ad‑model violations.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
Meta's WhatsApp adds Android widgets, Microsoft Outlook gets macOS redesign
WhatsApp will introduce Android home‑screen widgets for status and voice messages, while Microsoft refreshes Outlook for Mac with a Liquid Glass design and PST import capability.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp tests self‑destructing texts and a home‑screen voice‑message widget
WhatsApp is testing disappearing text messages and an Android widget for quick voice‑message recording, aiming to put core features on the home screen.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp tests Android home‑screen widget for one‑tap voice messaging
Meta is beta‑testing an Android widget that enables WhatsApp users to send voice messages directly from the home screen, aiming to speed up communication while raising privacy concerns.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 9 sources
WhatsApp adds green‑dot online indicator and revamps chat notifications
WhatsApp tests a green‑dot online status, lets users enable notifications for archived chats, clarifies blue‑check timestamps and pilots a voice‑message widget.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
Meta launches WhatsApp Plus subscription in Turkey for 41.99 TL per month
Meta’s WhatsApp Plus subscription opens in Turkey at 41.99 TL/month, adding themes, icons, increased chat pins and premium media, with a free trial and optional cancellation.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
Google rolls out Android settings for WhatsApp backup management
Google's June Play services update adds Android Settings controls for WhatsApp backups, extra Play Protect checks, Find‑Hub setup, and password/passkey portability.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp rolls out animated message bubbles on Android and offers sticker‑creation guides
WhatsApp adds sliding message bubbles on Android and publishes a guide for making custom animated stickers for its chat platform.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
Meta's Business Agent AI Boosts Small Business Customer Service
Meta's new Business Agent AI automates routine customer service for small businesses, but experts note it still falters on complex decisions and trust‑building tasks.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Meta rolls out paid Plus and Premium subscriptions with AI tools
Meta launches Plus and Premium subscriptions with AI tools, pricing €1‑22 per month in markets like India, Malaysia and South Africa, aiming to boost revenue and fund AI infrastructure.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp testing view-once text messages for iPhone
WhatsApp is beta‑testing view‑once text messages on iOS, allowing texts to auto‑delete after one read and blocking copies, screenshots and recordings.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
Meta rolls out AI‑driven anti‑fraud tools for WhatsApp as data‑privacy questions rise
Meta introduced AI‑based security features for WhatsApp, Facebook and Messenger to block phishing, QR‑code scams and fake job offers, while facing legal scrutiny in Germany over its data‑collection practices.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
WhatsApp rolls out Android beta widget for voice messages and revamps Info section
WhatsApp's Android beta adds a home‑screen widget for quick voice messages and a refreshed Info section with preview, duration and privacy controls.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources
WhatsApp launches AI chat assistant to help users draft messages
WhatsApp introduced an AI assistant inside the app to draft replies and give recommendations, but users must still review and adjust AI‑generated messages for proper communication.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 8 sources
WhatsApp tests home‑screen widget for faster voice notes and one‑time view texts
WhatsApp is beta‑testing an Android home‑screen widget for quick voice notes and a single‑view text mode that deletes messages after one read, both aimed at enhancing privacy and convenience.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
WhatsApp develops view-once text messages for iOS
WhatsApp is testing a view‑once text feature on iOS that makes messages disappear after a single opening, usable in private and group chats but not in Channels.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp rolls out revamped group UI on Android and adds group video calls to its Web client
WhatsApp’s Android beta adds a new group‑info UI, backup integration and a voice‑note widget, while WhatsApp Web tests encrypted group voice/video calls for up to 32 users.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp introduces Meta One premium subscription plans
WhatsApp is testing a Meta One premium bundle with tiered pricing (€6.99‑€20.99) and new features such as themes, stickers, scheduled messages and iOS multi‑account support, while core messaging stays free.
about 1 month ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
WhatsApp introduces scheduled messages and dual‑account support for iPhone
WhatsApp is beta‑testing scheduled messages and has added iPhone support for two separate accounts per device, letting users manage messages and switch numbers within the same app.

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