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Government directs Telegram to curb piracy, submit action taken report within 15 days, cites OTT complaintsThe government has issued a stern notice to Telegram, demanding immediate action against pirated films and OTT content. This move signals a...- ETtech Explainer: Why Telegram and Signal are under the government's scanner over usernamesIndia's scrutiny of username-based messaging has widened from WhatsApp to Telegram and Signal over concerns around fraud, impersonation and...
- WhatsApp turns admin, puts fee on business chats powered by AI modelsBeginning October 1, AI conversations on WhatsApp powered by third-party models could cost businesses nearly twice as much as those handled...
- Username feature carries serious risks of cybercrime: IT Secy on notices to WhatsApp, othersThe comment assumes significance as the government has shot-off notices this week questioning WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal about the usern...
- India issues notice to Telegram, Signal on concerns over usernames, source saysIndia has issued notices to messaging apps Telegram and Signal, demanding explanations for safeguards on features allowing anonymous messag...
- Username row: After WhatsApp, IT Ministry sends notice to Telegram, SignalSources said that in the notice to Telegram, the government has asked the platform why it should be allowed to retain the username feature....
- Zoho's Arattai to drop username feature amid WhatsApp controversyThis comes amid a wider standoff between the Centre and messaging platforms over features that let users connect without sharing phone numb...
- How protective is a username shield?WhatsApp's proposed usernames are seen as a weak privacy enhancement, potentially aiding bad actors and clashing with Indian law enforcemen...
- Meta introduces token-based pricing for WhatsApp BusinessMeta's shift to token-based pricing signals a new phase in enterprise messaging, with businesses paying for AI usage instead of message vol...
- WhatsApp usernames safe from scams, impersonation? Meta issues FAQs amid government scrutinyWhatsApp is rolling out a new username feature, allowing users to connect without sharing phone numbers. The company has released an FAQ ad...
- WhatsApp says claims of people reserving popular, well-known usernames falseThe rebuttal came as part of a set of FAQs released by the Meta-owned messaging platform around its contentious username feature - which is...
- EPFO portal downtime extended for a day: When will EPF passbook, claims and UAN services be restored?EPFO services, including online claim submissions and passbook downloads, will be unavailable until July 2 2026, due to a system migration....
- Usernaam ke Vaaste? Some things to consider about the ruckus over WhatsApp introducing usernamesWhatsApp's introduction of usernames, a feature long present in rivals like Telegram and Signal, has sparked debate, particularly in India....
- WhatsApp pushes back on privacy concerns over username featureWhatsApp announced last week that users can now reserve a username to use once the feature fully launches later this year. The idea, as per...
- From WhatsApp chats to food orders: How Sebi cracked a Rs 144 crore stock manipulation schemeSebi uncovered an alleged Rs 144 crore pump-and-dump scheme by analysing airline bookings, hotel stays, food delivery records, WhatsApp cha...
- 'WhatsApp has to worry, not us': Govt warns messaging platform over fraud risks as username feature sparks privacy debateThe recently announced WhatsApp username feature is under scrutiny, amid concerns over impersonation and scams. While WhatsApp claims safeg...
- WhatsApp opens username reservations: All you need to knowThose who have received the update can reserve a username by updating WhatsApp and navigating to Settings > Account > Username. The feature...
- WhatsApp Usernames Are Finally Here: How to Reserve Yours and How the New Feature WorksWhatsApp is rolling out usernames, a highly anticipated privacy upgrade. Users can now reserve their unique handle, allowing chats without ...
- CertIn warns against malware campaign spreading through WhatsApp webThe Indian Computer Emergency Response Team has warned WhatsApp web and desktop users to be cautious of any attachments, even if they come ...
- Google restores Telegram on Playstore, app starts functioning for some usersThe government had temporarily imposed a blanket ban on Telegram until June 22 and sources indicated that there is no change or extension o...
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