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WhatsApp has upgraded two-step verification by allowing users to replace the traditional six-digit PIN with a stronger alphanumeric password that can include special characters for better account security.
WhatsApp is enhancing its security measures to combat evolving scam tactics while maintaining user privacy through end-to-end encryption.
Meta is restoring access to WhatsApp accounts that were mistakenly flagged and placed under review, following user reports of unexpected lockouts.
Two Russia-state groups have been conducting operations continuously since at least March.
WhatsApp has successfully disrupted spear phishing attempts and is seeking legal action to hold the NSO Group in contempt of court for their alleged involvement.
The APNIC WhatsApp Community provides a convenient platform for receiving timely updates, engaging in discussions, and accessing event information directly on your phone.
Critics have pointed out that a lawsuit filed by a US Senate candidate is lacking in factual support, raising concerns about its validity.
Meta's HSM-based Backup Key Vault enhances end-to-end encrypted backups for WhatsApp and Messenger by using tamper-resistant hardware security modules to securely store recovery codes, ensuring privacy and security.
Meta discovered approximately 200 users were deceived into downloading a counterfeit WhatsApp app, which was Italian spyware.
Meta's messaging platform introduces features to free up space and enhance photo editing using Meta AI, among other updates.
WhatsApp introduces a one-button lockdown feature for high-risk users to enhance security against spyware threats, offering comprehensive privacy settings at the cost of convenience.
India's Supreme Court is examining WhatsApp's practices regarding data-sharing, its potential monopoly power, and the adequacy of user consent mechanisms.
A recent lawsuit claims WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption is a lie, alleging that Meta can access users' messages, while the lawsuit lacks concrete evidence and Meta denies the allegations.
The open source "Jarvis" application enables chatting through WhatsApp but necessitates access to your files and accounts for functionality.
WhatsApp has implemented a new security layer using Rust to enhance protection against malware, demonstrating Rust's capability for global-scale production.
WhatsApp has decided to permit AI providers to keep offering chatbots in Brazil, following a directive from the country's competition agency to halt its new policy banning third-party chatbots.
Researchers have exposed how delivery receipts and reactions on messaging apps like WhatsApp and Signal can be exploited for surveillance, revealing user activity and device information without malware, simply by knowing a phone number.
Researchers exploited a basic security flaw in WhatsApp, downloading profiles of over 3.5 billion users by brute-forcing phone numbers, highlighting significant privacy risks and prompting Meta to implement a fix.
WhatsApp is introducing a feature that allows users to secure their backups with encryption using passkeys, enhancing data privacy.
A recent ruling indicates that compromising WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption could negatively impact Meta's business operations and user trust.
A federal judge issued a permanent injunction preventing NSO Group from targeting WhatsApp users, while significantly reducing the fine imposed on the company.
WhatsApp is implementing a ban on general-purpose chatbots from utilizing its Business API to maintain platform integrity.
WhatsApp is experimenting with a feature to restrict the number of messages a user can send monthly without receiving a response, aiming to reduce spam.
WhatsApp ensures message privacy by performing translations directly on the user's device, keeping messages encrypted and inaccessible to the company.
A lawsuit claims that Meta prioritized user growth over ensuring adequate security measures, potentially compromising user safety and privacy.
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WhatsApp plans to display advertisements under the Updates tab, integrating ads into the app's interface.
Meta plans to use an AI-powered system to assess potential harms and privacy risks for up to 90% of updates to its apps, complying with a 2012 FTC agreement.
Meta has launched an official WhatsApp app for iPad, enabling video and audio calls with up to 32 people, screen sharing, and dual camera use.
The trial between WhatsApp and NSO Group revealed significant new information about the ongoing legal battle over privacy and surveillance technologies.
The trial between WhatsApp and NSO Group revealed significant new insights into the legal and ethical implications of cybersecurity and surveillance technologies.
The vulnerability allows insiders or hackers to potentially introduce unauthorized members into a system.
The recent verdict marks a significant triumph for those opposing the sale of exploits, reinforcing legal and ethical standards.
WhatsApp, acquired by Facebook for $19 billion in 2014, now boasts over 3 billion monthly users, remaining ad-free and free to use.
Veterans of the European startup scene, led by Felix Petersen, are launching Grouphug, an app that generates memes from group WhatsApp chats, signaling a broader strategic initiative.
The Meta antitrust trial reveals the company's strategic acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp to maintain its monopoly, facing U.S. government accusations of violating competition laws.
An Indian tribunal has temporarily lifted a five-year ban on WhatsApp sharing user data with Meta, benefiting Zuckerberg's social media operations in India.
WhatsApp introduces enhanced video calling features, such as participant selection and improved resolution, to compete with platforms like Google Meet for personal and work calls.
A German court ruled Facebook owes €100 to users affected by the 2021 data breach, while NSO Group allegedly continued exploiting WhatsApp despite ongoing legal battles.
Newly unsealed documents from a WhatsApp lawsuit reveal that NSO Group's Pegasus spyware was used to hack tens of thousands of devices.
WhatsApp's contact list is crucial for user experience, enabling communication and group context, with new privacy-preserving storage solutions being developed to protect contact information.
A new, faster method using Vector shift enables code-free creation of AI WhatsApp chatbots to enhance business efficiency and automation.
This video demonstrates how to create and deploy an AI chatbot in WhatsApp using Vector shift to enhance business operations.
WhatsApp has increased its U.S. marketing efforts, highlighting privacy and end-to-end encryption through various ad campaigns and media placements.
Meta's Llama-3-powered AI chatbot, initially tested during elections, is now available in India but supports only English.
