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Indian internet has an over-the-top question to settle

Proposal to regulate services offered directly via the internet may hurt net neutrality

WhatsApp brings Secret Code, a new way to lock personal chats: Details here

Users can still choose to use the traditional Chat Lock feature to add a layer of protection to their sensitive conversations

Meta tests shortcut button for an AI-powered chatbot on WhatsApp: Report

With a dedicated shortcut button, users will be able to access AI-powered chats directly from the Chats menu without having to open the contact list.

WhatsApp Security Upgrade: Privacy checkup feature for safer chats

WhatsApp has upgraded security for safer chats with a new privacy checkup feature. The new security feature is available on both Android and iOS. Here's all you need to know about the latest update

WhatsApp rolls-out new Privacy Checkup feature for Android and iOS: Details

'This step-by-step feature guides you through important privacy settings to help you choose the right level of protection, all in one place,' said Meta in a Blog post

WhatsApp channels cross 500 million monthly active users mark: Zuckerberg

Recently launched as a feature on WhatsApp, channels allow users to get updates from people, organisations, and teams that they follow on the messaging platform

WhatsApp backup on Android to count towards Google Account storage

WhatsApp backup experience on Android will be in line with how it works on other platforms, says Google

Meta-owned WhatsApp rolls-out voice-chat feature for large groups: Details

Similar features are available over other social media and messaging platforms, including Discord, Telegram, and Slack

WhatsApp adds option to hide IP address during voice calls: Details here

WhatsApp said it is adding an extra layer of security to establish a more secure and private connection for voice calls

JioPhone Prima 4G with YouTube, WhatsApp, more apps goes on sale at Rs 2599

Tough a feature phone, the JioPhone Prima is touted by the company as a 4G keypad smartphone since it comes with several apps built-in such as YouTube, WhatsApp, and Google Assistant

WhatsApp plans to put ads in status and channels, but not in inbox: Report

Meta is not currently testing ads for WhatsApp, but might soon put ads in channels and status

Instagram tests a feature to let users disable read receipts for messages

Currently under testing, the feature is expected to roll out as a stable update for Instagram app in the coming month

WhatsApp is testing an alternative email-based verification method: Report

The feature is currently available for select Android users and is expected to roll out for general users in coming months

WhatsApp tests alternate profile: Everything about upcoming privacy feature

The alternate profile feature on WhatsApp would let the users on the platform keep a separate profile name and picture for saved contacts and other. Below are the details

WhatsApp reportedly testing 'View Once' feature for voice notes: Details

WhatsApp has this feature available for Photos and Videos, and the same is expected to roll out for Voice messages soon

Soon, Instagram to let users add polls in comments under their posts

The feature is currently in beta testing but will be available for all users soon, said Mark Zukerberg

Now, users can have multiple WhatsApp accounts on 1 phone within the app

The company in an official statement said that the feature will be rolled out to Android users in the coming weeks and months

Meta to roll out broadcast channels to Facebook, Messenger after WhatsApp

Social media firms are bringing in more features to shore up engagement across apps in a highly competitive online environment

Passkey: What it is, how-to setup password-less authentication using phones

Instead of using an alphanumeric password or two-step verification via SMS, Passkeys allow users to authenticate signing in requests by using biometrics such as fingerprints and facial scans

WhatsApp to let Android users sign-in using Passkeys instead of OTPs

Following Google and Apple, Meta-owned instant messaging platform WhatsApp will rollout Passkey authentication for users