India has asked WhatsApp to pause its proposed username feature over privacy and security concerns. Authorities want to review how usernames could affect user identification, impersonation risks, and compliance with Indian digital regulations before the feature is rolled out to users in the country.

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

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

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

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…

India is weighing legal guardrails for WhatsApp usernames amid fresh fraud fears. This and more in todays ETtech Top 5.

The Central Government has issued a notice to Meta over the proposed rollout of the WhatsApp usernames feature in India. Meta has been directed to submit a detailed explanation…