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WhatsApp introduces voice message transcripts feature: Here is how it works

WhatsApp said that the new audio message transcription feature will start rolling out globally over the coming weeks

Over 17,000 WhatsApp accounts blocked in major cyber fraud operation

The Ministry of Home Affairs has blocked over 17,000 WhatsApp accounts linked to digital arrest frauds, following an investigation that uncovered international cybercrime networks

Meta to appeal against CCI's Rs 213 crore penalty, diktat on data share

On Monday, CCI imposed a penalty of Rs 213.14 crore on Meta for abusing its dominant position

No inherent conflict between competition, data protection laws, says CCI

The Competition Act supplements data protection regulations by placing heightened responsibilities on dominant firms and there is no inherent conflict or repugnancy between the two laws, according to fair trade watchdog CCI. Besides, the regulator has said a broader view of the concept of user data is crucial in analysing data-related competition concerns in digital markets. The observations are part of the Competition Commission of India's 156-page order imposing a Rs 213.14 crore penalty on social media major Meta for unfair business ways with respect to WhatsApp privacy policy update done in 2021. Elucidating about user data in digital markets, CCI said data-related practices might violate data protection laws but they can also be seen as the imposition of unfair terms under competition law. "This overlap creates a point of intersection between data protection and competition law, with each addressing different aspects of harm. Further, while data protection laws primarily focus

WhatsApp-CCI fracas explained: Why Meta is appealing against a $25.4m fine

The Competition Commission of India has accused Meta-owned WhatsApp of abusing its dominant market position in its 2021 privacy update. Here's all you need to know

CCI bars WhatsApp from sharing data with Meta firms, slaps Rs 213 cr fine

Second instance of big tech penalised for abusing dominant position

Tech wrap Nov 15: WhatsApp Draft, Gemini iOS app, Xiaomi HyperOS 2, more

WhatsApp Draft indicator. Google Gemini app on iOS. Xiaomi HyperOS 2 update. Nasa Earth Copilot. Samsung Galaxy S25 series launch. Nuclear Clock

WhatsApp brings 'Draft' indicator for managing unfinished messages: Details

The new Draft indicator is rolling out globally on both Android and iOS versions of WhatsApp

SC dismisses PIL seeking WhatsApp ban over non-compliance with govt rules

The Supreme Court on Thursday dismissed a PIL seeking directions to the Centre to ban the operation and use of WhatsApp if it does not comply with the orders of the authorities in the country. A bench of Justices M M Sundresh and Aravind Kumar said it was not inclined to entertain the plea filed by Kerala resident Omanakuttan KG, a software engineer. Omanakuttan in his plea contended that the messaging platform had refused to comply with the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. The PIL alleged that WhatsApp was violating the fundamental rights of the citizens guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution and posing a potential threat to national interest and national security. "If the app was not willing to change its technology and did not cooperate with the government, it should not be allowed to operate in the country. The Centre had banned many websites and mobile apps for acting against the interest of the country," the

WhatsApp wedding invitation scam: Scammers find new tricks to steal money

Cybercriminals have found new ways to scam people, through fake wedding invitation links leading to potential data theft and financial loss. Here's all you need to know

WhatsApp beta for Android causing green unresponsive screen glitch: Report

WhatsApp's beta version 2.24.24.5 reportedly causes a green screen issue, making the display unresponsive

Tech wrap Nov 6: WhatsApp image search, Nothing OS 3.0, Xiaomi HyperOS

WhatsApp reverse Google image search feature. Nothing OS 3.0 beta on Phone 2. Xiaomi 14 gets Android 15. Apple Intelligence in Notes app. Samsung Galaxy S25 series

Soon, WhatsApp will allow reverse image search through Google: Details here

Reportedly, Meta is integrating Google's reverse image search functionality into WhatsApp for Android

WhatsApp bans over 8.5 million accounts in Sept, 33 reinstated: Report

WhatsApp received 8,161 complaints in September, which included 3,744 ban appeals

Tech wrap Nov 1: OnePlus 13 launch, ChatGPT Search, WhatsApp Lists, more

OnePlus 13 launches in China; ChatGPT introduces new web search; Custom Lists arrive for WhatsApp; Android 16 release timeline; OxygenOS 15 open beta; Microsoft postpones Recall for Copilot Plus PCs.

Meta introduces 'Lists' feature on WhatsApp: What is it and how it works

Meta stated that with Lists, WhatsApp users can create custom filters for searching chats related to work, family, and more

Hong Kong bars services like WhatsApp, Google Drive from govt computers

The Hong Kong government is barring most civil servants from using popular apps like WhatsApp, WeChat and Google Drive on their work computers due to potential security risks. The latest IT security guidelines from the Digitial Policy Office have many civil servants complaining about added inconvenience. Government workers will still be allowed to use the services from personal devices at work, and can get exceptions to the ban with approval from a manager. Information technology experts said companies have adopted similar policies due to increasing risks of data leaks and cybersecurity challenges. Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, said on a radio program Tuesday that the ban is needed as hacking is becoming a more serious problem. He said the governments of the United States and China have also adopted stringent measures for their internal computer systems. A civil servant surnamed Lee, who requested anonymity because she was not authorized to speak to .

WhatsApp makes it easier to add, manage contacts within app from any device

With a built-in contact manager, WhatsApp is rolling out a new way to save contacts exclusively within the app, independent of the smartphone's address book

Tech wrap Oct 21: OnePlus 13 launch, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold SE, WhatsApp

OnePlus 13 launching in China on Oct 31, Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, WhatsApp tests Meta AI memory feature, Apple Intelligence on October 2

Soon, Meta AI will remember details shared by users on WhatsApp: Report

Similar to OpenAI's memory feature for ChatGPT, Meta AI will soon remember specific details shared with the chatbot automatically and offer personalised answers based on the information