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WhatsApp just opened username reservations for three billion people — here’s how to claim your handle before it's taken

WhatsApp is tightening the screws on its privacy with the announcement of usernames.

TechRadar · Jun 29

WhatsApp makes one of its biggest changes ever

New update will finally let people chat without sharing their phone number

The Independent UK · Jun 29

WhatsApp will allow users to go by usernames instead of phone numbers, closing a privacy blind spot

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

The Independent UK · Jun 29

Police officer guilty after embroiling 12 others in ‘toxic’ WhatsApp culture

Paul Street appeared on the BBC’s Britain’s Teenage Drug Runners and Channel 4’s Famous And Fighting Crime documentary.

Evening Standard · Jun 26

Former Facebook VP Says Zuckerberg 'Profoundly Failed' in AI Race, Allowing Nvidia to Win

Chamath Palihapitiya, a former Facebook executive, criticises Meta's AI strategy, arguing the company missed a leadership opportunity in AI, allowing Nvidia to dominate the ecosystem.

International Business Times UK · Jun 26

Gujarat Police bust Jamtara-linked APK fraud network: Here's what is an APK scam and how does it work?

Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Branch has nabbed three individuals linked to a Jharkhand-based fraud network. These criminals allegedly distributed malicious APK files, tricking victims into downloading them and subsequently draining their bank accounts. One victim lost over Rs 6.68 lakh after updating a fake gas bill application. Experts warn against downloading…

The Economic Times · Jun 26

WhatsApp 'Boss' Scam: Employees opened a ZIP file sent by 'manager' and lost Rs 3.5 crore; here’s how this dangerous fraud is targeting company officials

WhatsApp Boss Scam: Two Indian companies have collectively lost nearly Rs 3.5 crore in a sophisticated cyber fraud involving malicious zip files and impersonation tactics. According to reports, scammers gained remote access to employees' mobile phones, altered contact lists and posed as senior company officials on WhatsApp to authorise fraudulent…

The Economic Times · Jun 25

All you need to know about Meta’s Instagram, Whatsapp and Facebook subscription plans in India

Meta has launched paid subscription plans for WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook in India, offering customisation and convenience features for a monthly fee. WhatsApp Plus costs Rs 79, while Instagram and Facebook Plus are Rs 99 (with an introductory Rs 49 for Instagram). These moves aim to diversify revenue beyond advertising…

The Economic Times · Jun 25

Mexican man dies in ICE custody in Laredo, at least the 20th fatality this year

Webb County’s medical examiner said Felix Alcorta-Rodriguez died from “natural causes,” although the full autopsy is pending. He’s at least the fifth person to die in Texas ICE detention this year.

The Texas Tribune · Jun 24

Meta Platforms Just Took a 20% Stake in Cred. What That Means for META Stock.

Meta's $900 million acquisition underscores the popularity of a growing Indian fintech market, and Meta knows it.

Barchart · Jun 24