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WhatsApp forced to halt its biggest ever update
India says new username feature could increase ‘online fraud, phishing, digital arrest scams and impersonation attacks’
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After WhatsApp, Centre seeks responses from Telegram and Signal on usernames: Reports
The two platforms have been asked to explain how they prevent the misuse of features that allow users to communicate without revealing their phone numbers.
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thehindu.com
Watch: WhatsApp’s username update faces government scrutiny
The Indian government has issued a notice to Meta over WhatsApp's proposed username feature, citing concerns about impersonation, online fraud and cybercrime. The Centre has asked…
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Why are there concerns over WhatsApp usernames? | Explained
Explore the concerns surrounding WhatsApp's upcoming username feature, its implications for privacy, and government intervention.
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independent.co.uk
WhatsApp forced to halt its biggest ever update
India says new username feature could increase ‘online fraud, phishing, digital arrest scams and impersonation attacks’
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economictimes.indiatimes.com
WhatsApp gets more time to reply to username notice, assures no India rollout till talks end - The Economic Times
WhatsApp has received an extension to respond to the government's concerns regarding its new username feature. Assuring authorities it won't launch the feature in India until…
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channelnewsasia.com
Why India is concerned about WhatsApp usernames - and what it could mean for other countries
India has asked Meta to halt the rollout of WhatsApp usernames over fraud and impersonation concerns. Experts weigh the trade-offs between privacy, safety and regulation.