WhatsApp: News
WhatsApp Messenger, commonly referred to as just WhatsApp, is a Facebook-owned instant messaging service. The free-to-use cross-platform centralized service allows users to send messages, images, documents, locations, and other content via end-to-end encrypted conversations. To sign up, one requires an Internet connection and a valid mobile phone number. Today, WhatsApp can be downloaded on iOS and Android, while the Windows app is essentially a version of WhatsApp Web. The web interface mandates that users remain connected to the Internet using their mobile phone while they use WhatsApp on a desktop browser. As of August 2021, WhatsApp claims to be developing multi-device support so each device can connect to WhatsApp servers independently, without requiring an active internet connection on the primary phone. WhatsApp also features VOIP voice and video calling support. By 2015, WhatsApp had achieved the status of the world's most popular messaging application. As of February 2020, it claimed to service over 2 billion users. However, a poorly worded change in WhatsApp's terms of service caused the app to lose several thousand users. Regular Facebook data leaks and its involvement in the Cambridge Analytica scandal didn't help matters either.
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WhatsApp to let you add verified Instagram links to profile
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature in its latest iOS update, version 25.25.10.72, via the TestFlight beta program.
WhatsApp for Android gets a message thread similar to X
WhatsApp has released a new beta update for Android, version 2.25.25.7, through the Google Play Beta Program.
UP border towns on high alert amid deadly Nepal protests
The Uttar Pradesh government has put its police force on high alert across all seven border districts with Nepal.
WhatsApp now lets you share Live Photos in original format
WhatsApp has started rolling out a new feature that allows users to share Live Photos in their original format.
WhatsApp goes down: Users unable to text, post status updates
WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform owned by Meta, has been hit by a major outage. Users across India are having trouble sending messages or posting status updates.
WhatsApp introduces AI-generated backgrounds for video calls: How to use
WhatsApp has announced the launch of a new feature that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to create unique backgrounds for camera and video calls.
You can soon create quizzes on your WhatsApp channels
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will allow channel admins to create quizzes.
WhatsApp: You can soon share statuses only with close friends
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will let users share their status updates with a select group of close friends.
Myanmar rescue: Bihar youth reveals how he fell into trap
Six youths from Bihar, who were victims of an international job scam, have been rescued from a cyber fraud hub in Myawaddy, Myanmar.
WhatsApp fixes 'zero-click' flaw that targeted Apple users
WhatsApp has fixed a critical security flaw in its iOS and Mac apps, which was being exploited in a spyware campaign.
WhatsApp will soon let you search usernames for starting chats
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that would allow users to discover as well as connect with others by searching their usernames.
Delhi government to soon offer services via WhatsApp
In a major move to digitize public services, the Delhi government is planning to launch an initiative called 'WhatsApp Governance.'
WhatsApp's new AI feature helps rephrase and adjust message tone
WhatsApp has introduced a new AI-powered feature called 'Writing Help.'
SpiceJet introduces WhatsApp-based boarding passes for paperless travel
Budget airline SpiceJet has launched a new paperless boarding facility at Shillong airport. The move is aimed at reducing passenger waiting time and promoting sustainability.
WhatsApp now lets you encrypt your backups with a passkey
WhatsApp has released a new update for its Android app, version 2.25.24.15, through the Google Play Beta Program.
You can now chat with your friends on Spotify
Spotify has announced the launch of a direct messaging feature, allowing users to share music, podcast, and audiobook recommendations with others within the app.
iOS: WhatsApp now lets you share status from other apps
WhatsApp has released a new update for its iOS app, taking it to version 25.22.83.
Man loses ₹2 lakh to after getting WhatsApp wedding invite
A government employee in Maharashtra's Hingoli district has lost nearly ₹2 lakh to a cyber fraud.
WhatsApp's new shortcut helps quickly get answers from Meta AI
WhatsApp has released a new update for its Android app, version 2.25.23.24, through the Google Play Beta Program.
Meta could soon flood your feed with Midjourney AI images
Meta, the tech giant led by CEO Mark Zuckerberg, has announced a partnership with Midjourney, an AI start-up.
Google's Pixel 10 lets you make WhatsApp calls via satellite
The newly unveiled Pixel 10 series will be the first to support satellite-based voice and video calls through WhatsApp.
Missed a call? WhatsApp may soon let you leave voicemail
WhatsApp is said to be working on a new voicemail feature, aimed at enhancing the calling experience on the platform.
WhatsApp has made it easier for you to report bugs
WhatsApp has released a new update for its iOS app, version 25.23.10.71, through the TestFlight beta program.
You can now add verified Instagram profile links on WhatsApp
WhatsApp has released a new beta update for Android, version 2.25.23.19, via the Google Play Beta Program.
Meta under scrutiny as Brazil flags sexually explicit AI bots
Brazil's government has demanded that Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, remove its generative artificial intelligence (AI) bots that can imitate children and engage in sexually explicit conversations.
Can WhatsApp AI secretly read your chats? Here's the truth
Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma has raised concerns over WhatsApp's latest update, claiming it allows artificial intelligence (AI) to access user chats.
HDFC Bank to suspend customer care services on these dates
HDFC Bank has announced a temporary disruption in its customer care services due to essential system maintenance.
WhatsApp now lets you schedule group calls in advance
WhatsApp has unveiled a host of new features to improve its calling experience. The most notable addition is the ability to schedule group calls in advance.
WhatsApp to show who viewed your status without opening list
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will show users a quick preview of who has viewed a particular update, without having to open the full viewer list.
WhatsApp Screen Mirroring fraud: What it is, how to prevent
A new wave of digital fraud is sweeping across India, targeting WhatsApp users through a sophisticated scam known as Screen Mirroring Fraud.
WhatsApp accuses Russia of trying to block its encrypted services
WhatsApp has accused the Russian government of trying to block its services, citing the country's discontent with the app's focus on secure, encrypted communication.
WhatsApp's AI feature will correct your grammar, typos, and tone
WhatsApp is working on a new feature, called Writing Help, to improve the quality of its users' messages.
PhDs, elite lab experience: How Zuckerberg recruits for Superintelligence program
Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, is on a mission to build an artificial intelligence (AI) Superintelligence lab.
WhatsApp to let you add verified Instagram profile links
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will allow users to add verified Instagram profile links.
WhatsApp adds new features to make Status updates more interactive
WhatsApp has introduced four new features for its Status section, making the platform more interactive and engaging.
WhatsApp now lets you share motion photos in chats, groups
WhatsApp has released a new beta update for Android, version 2.25.22.29, via the Google Play Beta Program.
WhatsApp bans over 6.8M accounts in latest crackdown on scams
WhatsApp has removed over 6.8 million accounts associated with global scam operations in the first half of 2025, Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, has announced.
WhatsApp introduces new features to combat scams
WhatsApp has announced a series of new features aimed at helping users identify and avoid scams on its platform.
WhatsApp will soon let you text people without an account
WhatsApp is working on a new feature called 'guest chats,' which will let users communicate with people who do not have an account.
WhatsApp is working on group-specific status updates for Android users
WhatsApp has released a new update for its Android app, version 2.25.22.11, under the Google Play Beta Program.
Is someone spying on your WhatsApp? Here's how to confirm
Despite its robust security features, including end-to-end encryption and privacy-first policies, WhatsApp is not entirely immune to snooping.
WhatsApp will let you have voice chats with Meta AI
WhatsApp has released a new beta update for iOS users, taking the version number to 25.21.10.76.
WhatsApp to notify you when your friends update status
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that would notify users when selected contacts post new status updates.
Why Meta is facing an antitrust probe in Italy
Italy's competition authority has launched an investigation into Meta Platforms over the alleged abuse of its dominant market position.
WhatsApp's upcoming feature will improve your low‑light photos
WhatsApp is testing a new 'night mode' feature for its Android app, aimed at improving low-light photography.
WhatsApp now lets you start chats with a simple wave
WhatsApp has released a new update for its Android app, version 2.25.21.24, through the Google Play Beta Program.
WhatsApp to let you import profile pictures from Instagram, Facebook
Meta is working on a new feature for WhatsApp that would let users import their profile pictures from Instagram or Facebook.
Your therapy sessions with ChatGPT are not private: Sam Altman
OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman has raised concerns over the privacy of conversations on ChatGPT, especially those related to therapy.
AI to tackle Bengaluru traffic: EaseMyTrip co-founder unveils ambitious plan
EaseMyTrip co-founder Prashant Pitti has announced a plan to reduce Bengaluru's notorious traffic congestion by 25-30% in a year.
WhatsApp's new feature will remind you to reply to messages
WhatsApp is working on a new feature called "Remind Me" to help users keep track of important conversations.
Fraudsters 'digitally arrest' Bengaluru women for 9hrs, make them strip
Two women in Bengaluru became victims of a disturbing online scam that left them mentally tortured and financially exploited.
WhatsApp tests ads in Status, promoted channels for better reach
Meta is taking a major step toward monetizing WhatsApp by introducing two new features: Status Ads and Promoted Channels.
Russia may ban WhatsApp, Telegram, and other foreign apps
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered a crackdown on foreign messaging apps and software.
WhatsApp will soon summarize your unread messages using AI
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will use artificial intelligence (AI) to summarize chats.
Shocker! Houthi-linked dealers are now selling weapons on X, WhatsApp
A report has revealed that arms dealers linked to Yemen's Houthi militants are using social media platforms X and WhatsApp for weapon trafficking.
You can soon ask followers questions on your WhatsApp channels
WhatsApp is working on a feature that would allow channel admins to share questions with their followers.
Houthi-linked arms dealers selling weapons on X, WhatsApp: Report
A new report has revealed that arms dealers linked to Yemen's Houthi terrorists are using social media platforms X (formerly Twitter) and WhatsApp for weapon trafficking.
WhatsApp for iOS to let channel admins ask followers questions
WhatsApp has released a new update for its iOS app, version 25.20.10.73, via the TestFlight beta program.
Schools closed, internet suspended in Haryana's Nuh; what to know
The Haryana government has suspended internet and bulk SMS services in Nuh district as part of security measures for the Brij Mandal Jalabhishek Yatra, which had witnessed violent clashes two years ago.
WhatsApp will show how many people are typing in group-chats
WhatsApp has released a new update for its Android app, version 2.25.20.17, through the Google Play Beta Program.
Meet Bitchat, a WhatsApp rival that works without internet
Twitter co-founder and Block CEO Jack Dorsey has unveiled a new peer-to-peer messaging app called Bitchat.
Mumbai: Senior citizen loses ₹74L in dating app fraud
A 62-year-old man from New Panvel, Navi Mumbai, was allegedly duped of ₹73.72 lakh by a woman he met on a dating app.
A message thread (like X) is coming on WhatsApp
WhatsApp is working on a new feature to enhance the user experience.
WhatsApp to soon let you search for draft messages
WhatsApp is working on a new feature to improve user experience on its platform.
Tata AMC launches WhatsApp chatbot for seamless mutual fund transactions
Tata Asset Management Company (Tata AMC), part of the Tata Group, has launched an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered WhatsApp bot, 'Mr. Simple.'
After Genie, Swiggy now shutting down online storefront 'Minis'
Swiggy, a leading player in the food and grocery delivery space, is shutting down its 'Minis' online storefront platform.
You can now invest in SBI's mutual funds via WhatsApp
SBI Mutual Fund has launched SmartAssist, an AI-powered conversational assistant on WhatsApp.
You could soon switch between multiple accounts on WhatsApp
WhatsApp is working on a new facility that will allow users to manage multiple accounts within the same app.
You can now scan documents on your phone via WhatsApp
WhatsApp has introduced a document scanning feature in its latest beta update for Android, version 2.25.19.21.
Amul giving ₹5,000 vouchers on WhatsApp? It's a scam
Amul, the well-known dairy cooperative society from Gujarat, has issued a warning about a new scam.
Gemini AI will soon perform Assistant tasks—without saving your data
Google is gearing up to replace its popular voice assistant on Android devices with its new artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot called Gemini.
Perplexity lets you schedule tasks via WhatsApp: Here's how
Perplexity, a popular AI-powered search engine, has introduced a new feature that lets users schedule tasks via WhatsApp.
New WhatsApp feature uses AI to summarize your unread chats
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to summarize unread messages in a chat.