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techWhatsApp Introduces Parent-Managed Accounts for Children Under 13
WhatsApp rolls out new parent-controlled accounts for pre-teens, enhancing child safety amidst growing concerns over social media impact and security risks.
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financeMeta Imposes New Fees on Advertisers to Offset European Digital Taxes
Meta Platforms will introduce location-based fees for advertisers, ranging from 2% to 5%, to cover digital service taxes mandated by various European countries.
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worldRussia-Backed Hackers Target Officials and Journalists via Signal, WhatsApp
Dutch intelligence agencies warn of a global cyber campaign by Russia-backed hackers to compromise Signal and WhatsApp accounts of government officials and journalists by tricking them into revealing security codes.
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techMeta Opens WhatsApp to AI Rivals Amid EU Antitrust Pressure
Meta Platforms will allow AI competitors access to WhatsApp for one year, responding to EU antitrust concerns and avoiding potential interim measures.
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techIndia's Supreme Court Challenges WhatsApp's Data Privacy Policy
India's top court scrutinizes WhatsApp's 2021 privacy policy, questioning Meta's data sharing practices and user rights.
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techMeta Eyes Stablecoin Revival for Global Payments
Meta is reportedly planning a stablecoin comeback in late 2026 to facilitate cheaper international payments across WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram.
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techWhatsApp Group Chat History Now Accessible to New Members
WhatsApp introduces 'Group Message History,' allowing new members to view up to 100 recent messages, enhancing group communication and organization.