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After Meta, Centre issues notices to Telegram, Signal over 'username' feature
after issuing a notice to Meta regarding the roll-out of the feature on WhatsApp, the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) has now sent notices to Telegram and Signal.
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hindustantimes.com
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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gulfnews.com
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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economictimes.indiatimes.com
Centre asks Meta to pause WhatsApp username rollout; seeks reply in three days - The Economic Times
It has directed Meta to furnish a detailed explanation of the feature within three days. The company has been asked not to roll out the feature until consultation on the matter…
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Govt issues notice to Meta over WhatsApp username feature, seeks detailed response within 3 days
The government has directed Meta not to roll out the usernames feature in India until consultations on the matter are completed. | India News
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theprint.in
Govt slaps notice on Meta; warns against WhatsApp username feature rollout before consultations end
New Delhi, Jul 1 (PTI) The government on Wednesday slapped a notice on Meta over the controversial username feature on WhatsApp in India and warned it not to roll it out until…
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newsbytesapp.com
WhatsApp ordered not to rollout username feature in India
The Indian government has directed Meta to pause WhatsApp's username feature rollout and respond within three days, citing the need for consultations before implementation.
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thehindu.com
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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thehindubusinessline.com
‘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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Centre issues notice to Meta over WhatsApp usernames feature; flags fraud risks
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…
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yourstory.com
Govt asks WhatsApp to halt username rollout, issues notice to Meta
The Centre has asked Meta to pause WhatsApp's username rollout in India over concerns it could enable impersonation, phishing and fraud, and has sought a detailed explanation…
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cnbc.com
Meta says WhatsApp usernames are safeguarded against scams after India flags cybersecurity risks
Meta has defended its WhatsApp username feature after the Indian government raised cybersecurity concerns.
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benzinga.com
Meta Defends WhatsApp Usernames After India Raises Cybercrime Concerns and Seeks an Explanation - Meta Pl
India raises cybercrime concerns over Meta's WhatsApp usernames, while Meta says anti-scam safeguards will protect users.
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Username row: After WhatsApp, IT Ministry sends notice to Telegram, Signal - The Economic Times
Sources said that in the notice to Telegram, the government has asked the platform why it should be allowed to retain the username feature. On Wednesday, the Centre issued a…
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‘Usernames’ of public figures restricted only to their legitimate account: WhatsApp in FAQs
WhatsApp restricts usernames of public figures to legitimate accounts, addressing fraud concerns; similar notices sent to Telegram and Signal.
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After WhatsApp, MeitY serves notices to Telegram & Signal over username feature
The govt has asked how concerns around fraud and impersonation are being addressed by the two organisations, a source told PTI.
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Zoho's Arattai to drop username feature amid WhatsApp controversy - The Economic Times
This comes amid a wider standoff between the Centre and messaging platforms over features that let users connect without sharing phone numbers. The Ministry of Electronics and…
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After WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal receive notices on username feature
India's MeitY issues notices to Telegram and Signal over username features amid concerns of scams and privacy violations.
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After WhatsApp, Centre's notices to Telegram, Signal today over username feature
Hiding a phone number behind a username makes it harder to trace who is messaging whom, officials and experts have said. | India News
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timesofoman.com
After Meta, Centre issues notices to Telegram, Signal over 'username' feature
after issuing a notice to Meta regarding the roll-out of the feature on WhatsApp, the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) has now sent notices to Telegram and Signal.
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news.bitcoin.com
India Issues Notices to Telegram and Signal Over Username Features Amid Impersonation Concerns
The Indian government has reportedly issued notices to Telegram and Signal over username features, warning they could enable impersonation and fraud,