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WhatsApp may soon get Instagram link verification through Meta Accounts

WhatsApp is reportedly developing a feature for iOS to verify Instagram links in user profiles via Meta's Accounts Centre, adding authenticity badges to reduce impersonation and scams

WhatsApp: How to create polls in group chats on Android and iOS platforms

WhatsApp's polls feature can help you quickly gather votes and finalise plans without endless back-and-forth messages. Here's how to make them on mobile platforms

COAI seeks SIM-binding rule for WhatsApp, Telegram to curb cyber fraud

Currently, OTT communication apps are bound to users' devices only once, during the service registration process on the device

WhatsApp's new 'Safety Overview' warns against group chat scams: What's new

WhatsApp's new Safety Overview feature alerts users when joining an unknown group chat and offers key details, allowing users to make an informed choice

WhatsApp tests night mode in native camera interface on Android: What's new

WhatsApp beta for Android adds manual night mode in native camera to enhance low-light photography with clearer, brighter images and improved exposure

Sebi cracks down on Zee Business trades, slaps ₹4 cr fine; bans 4 entities

Sebi on Monday barred four entities from the securities market for two years and imposed a penalty totalling Rs 4 crore on them for executing trades based on advance information of stock recommendations given by guest experts on the Zee Business channel. "The said debarment period shall be reckoned from the date of the Interim order dated February 08, 2024," Sebi said in its 55-page final order. Individually, the regulator fined Rs 50 lakh on Partha Sarathi Dhar, Rs 75 lakh each on Manan Sharecom and Kanhya Trading Company, and Rs 2 crore on SAAR Commodities. In its order, Sebi noted that the four entities made a profit by executing trades based on advance information of stock recommendations given by guest experts. The investigation found that stock tips were pre-shared with select entities, giving them an unfair advantage over public investors. These entities placed trades in advance and booked profits once the stock prices moved following the televised tips. Evidence collected

WhatsApp is testing voice chat with Meta AI for Android: Check what's new

WhatsApp might be in the works to soon let users have real-time voice conversations with Meta AI through a phone call-like interface

How to move WhatsApp chats, photos from iOS to Android: Step-by-step guide

Moving from iPhone to Android? Here's how to transfer your WhatsApp chats, media, and group messages without losing anything; with and without a cable

Meta's days of giving free AI may be ending as monetisation plans loom

Unlike AI models from Google and OpenAI, Meta's Llama is described as "open source," meaning its underlying code is freely available online for anyone - including rivals - to use and adapt

Jack Dorsey unveils decentralised messaging app Bitchat, built on Bluetooth

Bitchat differs from apps like Meta's WhatsApp and Messenger, operating entirely peer-to-peer with no accounts, user identifiers, or data collection

WhatsApp tests threaded message replies feature on Android, iOS: What is it

Reportedly, WhatsApp is working on a feature to group replies into message threads, aiming to make chats easier to follow especially in active group conversations

Consumers get ₹7.14 cr refund in 2 months via consumer helpline support

National Consumer Helpline (NCH) has helped consumers in getting refund of Rs 7.14 crore in the last two months from retailers, including e-commerce players. In an official statement on Friday, the Department of Consumer Affairs highlighted that the NCH "facilitated refund of Rs 7.14 crore to consumers in last two months". With the assistance of the helpline, 15,426 consumer grievances related to refund claims were addressed. The grievances were related to 30 sectors. The NCH is a key initiative of the department and it plays a crucial pre-litigation role in resolving consumer grievances swiftly and amicably. The redressal of consumer grievances at the NCH-level reduces the burden on consumer commissions under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. Elaborating further, the department noted that the e-commerce sector contributed maximum 8,919 grievances. Hence, the refund was also the highest in this sector at Rs 3.69 crore. "The facilitation of Rs 7.14 crore in refunds between April

WhatsApp shifts to per-message billing for businesses from per-conversation

Previously, businesses were charged ₹0.78 for an entire 24-hour conversation window. Under the new system, each message is individually priced at ₹0.78

WhatsApp tests in-app document scanner on Android: What is it, how it works

WhatsApp is testing an in-app document scanner for Android users, allowing document capture and PDF conversion within the app itself. Beta rollout is now underway

Tech wrap June 26: Sony Bravia 5, WhatsApp AI summaries, ASUS Chromebook

Sony Bravia 5 mini LED TV launched. WhatsApp's AI summaries feature. ASUS Chromebook CX14 launched. OnePlus customer service in India. Vivo X Fold5 debut. Nothing Phone 3. OPPO Reno 14 series

WhatsApp rolls out AI-generated message summaries: What is it, how it works

WhatsApp now offers AI-generated summaries for unread chats using Private Processing, letting users quickly catch up while ensuring messages remain encrypted and no data leaves the device

Perplexity AI adds 'schedule task' option on WhatsApp chatbot: How it works

Perplexity AI's WhatsApp bot now allows users to schedule daily tasks like news updates and reminders using natural language. No extra apps needed, just save the contact and start chatting

Now, WhatsApp lets you generate chat wallpapers using Meta AI: How it works

WhatsApp now lets users create AI-generated wallpapers using Meta AI. Available via chat settings, the feature offers style-based prompts and unique visuals for individual or all conversations

WhatsApp is getting ads: Here’s what’s changing for you

After years of resisting ads, WhatsApp is changing. Meta has officially announced it will begin showing advertisements on the app. What does this mean for your messaging experience, how will ads work,

Wife's WhatsApp chats can be used as evidence in divorce: MP High Court

Citing right to fair trial, Madhya Pradesh High Court allows husband's use of wife's WhatsApp chats in divorce, even though chats were accessed without her consent