India crowns Meta AI; More layoffs hit techIndia is now the ground zero for Meta’s AI push, WhatsApp chief Will Cathcart told us. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
14 May, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
WhatsApp’s Incognito AI Push Signals Meta’s Bigger Privacy StrategyMeta is attempting to solve one of the biggest barriers slowing mainstream AI adoption: trust. With the launch of Incognito Chat for Meta A...
14 May, 2026, 02.47 PM IST
For Meta AI, India tops the global charts: Will CathcartIndia leads globally in Meta AI's monthly active users on WhatsApp, with conversations surging post-Muse Spark launch. To enhance privacy, ...
14 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Meta to launch 'Incognito Chat' for private AI conversations on WhatsAppMeta Platforms introduces Incognito Chat for its AI assistant on WhatsApp. This new feature aims to address user privacy concerns. Conversa...
13 May, 2026, 07.42 PM IST
Meta quietly removed something from your WhatsApp; here's what changedMeta is phasing out WhatsApp avatars, removing the ability to create, edit, or use them as profile pictures or stickers. This move signals ...
08 May, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
UPI underdogs seek fair play; WhatsApp tightens scam defencesSmaller UPI players will meet NPCI to curb the growth of industry leaders PhonePe, Google Pay and Paytm. This and more in today’s ETtech To...
29 Apr, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
Inside WhatsApp's measures to curb digital arrest scamsWhatsApp is using AI to combat digital arrest scams, banning thousands of impersonating accounts. Authorities are working to prevent signif...
29 Apr, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
WhatsApp to roll out SIM binding, tighten curbs on digital arrest scamsWhatsApp has agreed to implement SIM binding and enhanced safeguards against prolonged scam calls, as per a Supreme Court filing. The compa...
29 Apr, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
US ends investigation into claims WhatsApp chats aren’t privateA US agency abruptly closed an investigation into claims that Meta Platforms can access encrypted WhatsApp messages. A Commerce Department ...
29 Apr, 2026, 08.23 AM IST
X launches standalone XChat messaging app on iOSX has launched XChat's standalone messaging app for iOS, offering private and group chats, file sharing, and audio/video calls. The app emp...
26 Apr, 2026, 06.00 PM IST
What is Signal and is it secure?Russia-linked hackers are targeting Signal users. These attacks exploit user trust through phishing. They trick people into revealing accou...
26 Apr, 2026, 11.21 AM IST
WhatsApp’s new update outshines Apple’s RCS upgrade on iPhone—here's what the new feature isWhatsApp is rolling out new features that enhance user privacy. Users can now set up usernames, eliminating the need to share phone numbers...
14 Apr, 2026, 06.48 PM IST
Can’t trust WhatsApp: Elon Musk, Pavel Durov warn against platform’s alleged privacy failuresElon Musk and Pavel Durov have criticised WhatsApp over privacy concerns. Musk said "can't trust WhatsApp" and instead promoted X Chat, whi...
10 Apr, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
Want chat privacy? WhatsApp's new secret code feature allows users to lock messagesMeta CEO Mark Zuckerberg shared the news, highlighting the new password functionality. Users can now hide locked chats, accessible only wit...
01 Dec, 2023, 02.41 PM IST
WhatsApp's new voice chat feature makes group interactions less disruptive; here's how to use itThe update aligns WhatsApp with industry standards seen on Discord and Telegram, and it's available for both Android & iOS devices.
15 Nov, 2023, 12.58 PM IST
Agree to terms or face limited functions: WhatsAppYou won't be able to access your chat list on WhatsApp and may have "limited functionality" on the country's biggest messaging platform if ...
11 May, 2021, 05.41 PM IST
New privacy policy will not impact how people communicate privately with friends or family: WhatsAppThe update will make it easier for people to make purchases and get help from businesses on the messaging platform, a company spokesperson ...
09 Jan, 2021, 08.18 AM IST