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Govt flags fraud and impersonation risks in WhatsApp username feature, MeitY to call Meta for talks

WhatsApp has announced the introduction of usernames, a feature that will allow users to communicate without sharing their phone numbers. | India News

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hindustantimes.comStai leggendo12 h fa

Govt flags fraud and impersonation risks in WhatsApp username feature, MeitY to call Meta for talks

WhatsApp has announced the introduction of usernames, a feature that will allow users to communicate without sharing their phone numbers. | India News

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  1. lunedì 29 giugno 2026·saharareporters.com

    WhatsApp To Hide Users’ Phone Numbers, Introduces Username To Heighten Privacy

    Global messaging app, WhatsApp, has announced a major privacy update that will allow users to connect with others without revealing their phone numbers, as the messaging platform…

  2. lunedì 29 giugno 2026·gadgetsnow.indiatimes.com

    WhatsApp Now Lets You Reserve a Username to Hide Your Phone Number

    WhatsApp is opening global username reservations from 29 June, its biggest privacy change in years. Strip away the launch language and it is Meta adopting Signal's playbook for…

gulfnews.com
10 h fa

India raises concerns over WhatsApp's new username feature

India may issue notice to Meta over WhatsApp usernames, amid fears the feature could fuel fraud, impersonation and clash with strict Indian cyber security rules.

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yourstory.com13 h fa

Government reviews WhatsApp username feature over fraud concerns

The government is reviewing WhatsApp's upcoming username feature over concerns it could enable impersonation and fraud. The scrutiny comes as the Meta-owned platform prepares to roll out the feature later this year,…

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thehindubusinessline.com9 h fa

‘Prone to impersonation’: Indian govt issues urgent notice to Meta

Indian government issues urgent notice to Meta regarding WhatsApp's username feature, citing potential impersonation and fraud risks.

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thehindu.com9 h fa

Govt issues notice to WhatsApp over username feature

The Indian government has issued a notice to WhatsApp regarding its new username feature due to impersonation concerns.

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economictimes.indiatimes.com14 h fa

India weighs legal curbs on WhatsApp usernames over impersonation risks: Sources

New Delhi is scrutinizing WhatsApp's upcoming username feature, exploring legal avenues to regulate its launch. Officials express concerns that the system, designed to enhance privacy by hiding phone numbers, could…

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  • lunedì 29 giugno 2026·vanguardngr.com

    WhatsApp messenger to begin offering usernames

    The hundreds of millions who use Meta-owned messenger WhatsApp to chat with family, friends or businesses will no longer need to share phone numbers under a coming update, the…

  • lunedì 29 giugno 2026·punchng.com

    WhatsApp to begin offering usernames

    WhatsApp is rolling out usernames, allowing users to connect without sharing phone numbers. This update enhances privacy and will be available globally soo

  • lunedì 29 giugno 2026·bleepingcomputer.com

    WhatsApp rolls out usernames to help users hide their phone number

    WhatsApp is finally allowing users to reserve usernames, a privacy feature that lets them hide their phone numbers from people not in their contact list.

  • lunedì 29 giugno 2026·vanguardngr.com

    Data privacy: WhatsApp to let users chat without sharing phone numbers

    By Juliet Umeh Meta’s messaging platform, WhatsApp, has unveiled a new feature that will allow users to initiate conversations without revealing their phone numbers, in a move…

  • lunedì 29 giugno 2026·arabnews.com

    WhatsApp to launch usernames and option to hide phone number

    PARIS: The hundreds of millions who use Meta-owned messenger WhatsApp to chat with family, friends or businesses will no longer need to share phone numbers under a coming update,…

  • lunedì 29 giugno 2026·mashable.com

    Reserve your WhatsApp username before it's too late

    More than 3 billion WhatsApp users can soon ditch their phone number for a username.

  • martedì 30 giugno 2026·vanguardngr.com

    Data Privacy: WhatsApp to let users chat without sharing phone numbers

    By Juliet Umeh Meta-owned WhatsApp has unveiled a new privacy feature that will allow users to chat without sharing their phone numbers, giving users greater control over their…

  • martedì 30 giugno 2026·dawn.com

    WhatsApp messenger to offer usernames

    PARIS: The hundreds of millions who use Meta-owned messenger WhatsApp to chat with family, friends or businesses ...

  • martedì 30 giugno 2026·hindustantimes.com

    How does WhatsApp's new username feature work? Here's how you can chat without phone number

    WhatsApp is rolling out username reservations, allowing users to claim a unique handle for privacy. The rollout will occur gradually over the coming months. | India News

  • martedì 30 giugno 2026·thehindu.com

    WhatsApp will allow users to go by usernames instead of phone numbers, closing a privacy loophole

    WhatsApp users will soon get the option of going by usernames instead of phone numbers, the company said Monday, announcing plans to address a privacy loophole.

  • martedì 30 giugno 2026·iol.co.za

    WhatsApp introduces usernames to let users connect without sharing phone numbers

    WhatsApp will begin rolling out usernames over the coming months, allowing users to connect without sharing their phone numbers as part of the platform's latest privacy update.

  • martedì 30 giugno 2026·economictimes.indiatimes.com

    'This could be a disaster': From Ankur Warikoo to Vijay Shekhar Sharma, why India's startup leaders are worried about Kunal Shah's first…

    WhatsApp's new username feature, allowing users to connect without sharing phone numbers, has raised significant concerns about potential impersonation scams, particularly in…

  • martedì 30 giugno 2026·thehindu.com

    What is WhatsApp’s new username feature, and how to reserve one for yourself?

    WhatsApp is rolling out a massive privacy feature: Everything you need to know about reserving your unique WhatsApp username before anyone else does.

  • martedì 30 giugno 2026·aljazeera.com

    What privacy settings has WhatsApp changed?

    The app said it will be rolling out usernames gradually, in a move meant to improve privacy.

  • martedì 30 giugno 2026·thenationalnews.com

    Why WhatsApp's new anonymity feature hasn't quashed security fears | The National

    New username option aims to prevent unwanted communication but scammers will no doubt test system's mettle

  • martedì 30 giugno 2026·thehindubusinessline.com

    WhatsApp’s username launch raises questions about impersonation and cyber fraud

    WhatsApp's new usernames may enhance privacy but raise serious concerns about impersonation and cyber fraud risks.

  • martedì 30 giugno 2026·timesofindia.indiatimes.com

    “This could be a disaster”: Ankur Warikoo, Jasveer Singh and Vijay Shekhar Sharma warn about WhatsApp usernames

    WhatsApp has one of its biggest identity changes since the messaging service became a global communication platform. Instead of relying entirely on mobile numbers, users are able…

  • mercoledì 1 luglio 2026·economictimes.indiatimes.com

    'WhatsApp has to worry, not us': Govt warns messaging platform over fraud risks as username feature sparks privacy debate

    The recently announced WhatsApp username feature is under scrutiny, amid concerns over impersonation and scams. While WhatsApp claims safeguards are in place, officials emphasize…