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
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
WhatsApp usernames like Instagram coming soon; When can you expect it and how does it affect your number-based contacts?WhatsApp Usernames: WhatsApp is preparing for a significant platform transition that will replace mandatory phone number sharing with uniqu...
20 Mar, 2026, 11.13 AM IST
Whats(App) in a number? Usernames set to enter chat; global rollout likely in JuneWhatsApp is planning a major platform overhaul, introducing usernames and unique IDs instead of phone numbers, allowing users to send messa...
20 Mar, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
WhatsApp rolls out message summaries for unread textsMessage Summaries uses private processing technology, which provides end-to-end encryption for user messages and summaries. In a bid to off...
26 Jun, 2025, 02.36 PM IST
Tired of WhatsApp spam? New update allows blocking users directly from lock screen; here's howWhatsApp has introduced a new feature allowing users to block spam directly from their lock screens, streamlining the process of managing u...
12 Feb, 2024, 12.10 PM IST
Alert! WhatsApp will soon stop working on these iPhones. Check if your smartphone needs an upgradeWhatsApp will stop releasing support for iPhones operating on iOS 10 and iOS 11.
05 Sep, 2022, 12.31 PM IST
WhatsApp will soon allow users to react to messages on chat with any emoji and skin-toneThe Meta-owned platform is rolling out a new update which will give users the freedom to choose any emoji.
10 Aug, 2022, 01.30 PM IST
Exit WhatsApp groups silently, hide your online status. All you need to know about new features announced by Mark ZuckerbergThe upcoming features will add a layer of protection and keep private messages of users safe.
09 Aug, 2022, 07.40 PM IST
WhatsApp's new privacy update will restrict stalkers from monitoring your online movementThis new feature has been reportedly rolled out for both Android and iOS devices.
14 Dec, 2021, 11.32 AM IST
Privacy of users our highest priority, says WhatsApp in its defence against charge of tricking users for policy consentThe Centre submitted before Delhi HC that WhatsApp has 'unleashed its digital prowess' to unsuspecting users and wanted to force them to ac...
03 Jun, 2021, 03.05 PM IST
WhatsApp updates status to clear the air on privacy policyWhatsApp put out a status update on all Indian user accounts, stating that it can't read or listen to personal conversations and that it do...
18 Jan, 2021, 05.50 AM IST
Open to answering any queries from govt on privacy policy update: WhatsAppWhatsApp Head Will Cathcart said the Facebook-owned company remains committed to privacy and security of users across India and will contin...
14 Jan, 2021, 07.33 PM IST
WhatsApp updates privacy policy, makes data-sharing with Facebook mandatoryTwitterati, obviously, didn't get too excited about the changes.
06 Jan, 2021, 06.20 PM IST
WhatsApp users get more control over group chatsThe move assumes significance as social media platforms are expected to play a major role in 2019 polls.
04 Apr, 2019, 07.07 AM IST