WhatsApp's introduction of usernames, a feature long present in rivals like Telegram and Signal, has sparked debate, particularly in India. While aiming to enhance privacy by obscuring mobile numbers, especially for vulnerable users, concerns about impersonation and scamming persist. The article argues that usernames, when linked to KYC-verified numbers, don't significantly aid cyber authorities and that existing scams operate independently of this new feature.

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…

WhatsApp users will soon have the option to use usernames instead of phone numbers