WhatsApp: News
WhatsApp introduces payments, in-app calling, and more for businesses
WhatsApp has launched a series of new features at its second annual Business Summit in Mumbai.
WhatsApp rolls out a unified calling tab for group chats
WhatsApp has released a new update for its iOS app, version 25.25.73, bringing a major improvement to group chats.
Meta Connect 2025 on September 17: What to expect
Meta Connect, the tech giant's annual event centered on AR, VR, AI, and the metaverse, is just around the corner. This year promises major developments in smart glasses and artificial intelligence (AI).
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.