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Hundreds of Thousands of Views, Zero Proof: Fake TikTok ICE "Night Sweep" Scare Debunked

A TikTok video claimed ICE would launch overnight sweeps in 5 states. Fact-checkers and immigrant rights groups say it's false.

Latin Times · 15h ago

AAP steps up Oct 10 protest plans, prepares backup leadership amid arrest fears

Aam Aadmi Party leaders are making arrangements for an upcoming protest on October 10. They anticipate possible arrests of key leaders and have devised backup plans. Organizers are committed to ensuring the movement remains peaceful and democratic despite any challenges. Communication strategies are being discussed in light of potential disruptions…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

WhatsApp Restricted Chat rolls out to Beta users on Android and iOS

WhatsApp has started rolling out its new Restricted Chat feature to select beta users on Android and iOS, adding four restrictions designed to limit how messages and media can be accessed or handled within a conversation.

The Economic Times · Oct 5

WhatsApp Business pricing changes from October 1, 2026: Key points for India

Starting October 1, 2026, WhatsApp Business users in India will begin to face charges for service messages, which were previously provided free of charge. The new pricing, which will vary by market and be billed in Indian rupees, requires businesses to have a payment method on file to avoid service…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

WhatsApp changes for parents: New controls let you track teen group activity, manage privacy settings & limit Meta AI, without seeing chats

WhatsApp web: WhatsApp has introduced optional parental controls for teenagers, giving parents more control over privacy settings, group activity, Channels and Meta AI. The new features allow parents to set boundaries while keeping teens’ personal messages and calls protected by end-to-end encryption. WhatsApp said the controls will be rolled out…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

SEC exposes $15 million alleged scam: How WhatsApp groups, AI trading promises and fake SEC claims lured investors

The SEC has charged multiple entities over two alleged investment scams totaling more than $15 million. The agency says WhatsApp groups, AI trading promises and fake SEC claims were used to attract hundreds of retail investors, with the schemes allegedly involving fraudulent trading platforms and investment programs.

The Economic Times · Sep 30

Scammers Posed as a Bank CEO and Cloned a Lawyer's Voice — Then Tricked a Bank Into Sending $108M

AI voice cloning and a fake WhatsApp identity reportedly helped trigger $108M in transfers from Fideuram, leaving about €36M unrecovered.

International Business Times UK · Sep 29

Gemini being the son my Mom always wanted: How AI became mother’s guide to solving everyday tech problems, Internet says 'too relatable'

A viral Instagram video showing a mother using Gemini to upload a WhatsApp status has won hearts online. Shared by sharma.mohit, the reel shows her patiently following the AI chatbot’s instructions before successfully posting a family photo. The caption, “Gemini being the son my Mom always wanted”, has made the…

The Economic Times · Sep 27

Amazon’s Ring wants to replace local WhatsApp groups. It’s a recipe for curtain-twitching disaster

Do we really want a slick digital message board overseen by Amazon? It’s the neighbourhood nonsense we treasure, says writer Imogen West-Knights

The Guardian - UK · Sep 26

META Stock at Nasdaq today: Meta Platforms Inc shares near all-time highs, Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp-owner inches away from $2 trillion market ​value mark

Shares of Meta Platforms Inc, which owns Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, were set for a fifth straight week of gains — their ⁠biggest five-week advance since late January 2023 — putting the social media giant less than 1 per cent away from the $2 trillion market ​value mark.

The Economic Times · Sep 25