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Delhi woman loses ₹47 lakh in KYC Scam via WhatsApp call: How to stay safe?

If you ever suspect fraud, report it immediately to your bank, the Cyber Crime Helpline, or through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (www.cybercrime.gov.in)

WhatsApp bans over 9.7 mn accounts in India during Feb for safety reasons

WhatsApp on Tuesday said it banned more than 9.7 million accounts in India during February 2025, 1.4 million of which were proactively banned prior to any user reports. Releasing its monthly safety report, the Meta-owned messaging app also shared tips on using the platform responsibly. It listed out ways to do so, including respecting boundaries, avoiding spamming with bulk and auto messages, and using broadcast lists responsibly. "According to the report for the month of February 2025, WhatsApp banned over 9.7 million accounts in India for violating its Terms of Service. More than 1.4 million of these accounts were proactively banned prior to any user reports," WhatsApp said. A WhatsApp spokesperson further said the platform has consistently invested in Artificial Intelligence and other technology, data scientists and experts, and processes, to keep users safe on the platform. "In accordance with the IT Rules 2021, our latest published report outlines user complaints received, ...

WhatsApp now lets you add music to status: Check how-to, other updates

WhatsApp specifies that users can select a 15-second portion of a song for a photo status and up to 60 seconds for a video status

iPhone users can now make WhatsApp their default app for calls and messages

With the iOS 18.2 update, Apple introduced changes which allowed users to set third-party apps as default services for various functions

Govt blocked 781K SIMs, 3K Skype IDs, 83K WhatsApp accounts till Feb

In addition, the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) has proactively identified and blocked more than 3,962 Skype IDs and 83,668 WhatsApp accounts used for digital arrest, the minister said

Tech Wrap March 25: Apple AirPods Max, Motorola Edge 60 Fusion, WhatsApp

AirPod Max to get lossless, ultra-low latency audio. Motorola Edge 60 Fusion launch on April 2. WhatsApp to get Spotify integration. Lava Shark launched, iOS 18.4 RC

WhatsApp for iOS tests Spotify integration for music sharing: How it works

WhatsApp update testing platform WABetaInfo has reported that a feature to share music from Spotify on WhatsApp statuses for iOS users is available in beta release version 25.8.10.72

Soon, WhatsApp will let you share 'motion photos' captured on Android phone

Motion photo sharing feature is already available for WhatsApp on iOS, and is expected to arrive soon for select Android devices

Tech wrap March 20: Google Pixel 9a, WhatsApp AI tools, HMD Barbie Phone

Google rivals Apple with AI-enhanced Pixel 9a. WhatsApp evaluates AI-powered features. HMD launches Barbie-themed foldable feature phone. OPPO launches F29 series. Vivo Y19e launched

WhatsApp evaluates AI-powered features for text editing, paraphrasing, more

The AI-powered feature is available with WhatsApp v2.25.8.5 version on Google Play Store. It is unclear at the moment whether iOS users will get access to this feature

To lower infra cost, Meta begins testing its 1st in-house AI training chip

Meta is working with Taiwan-based chip manufacturer TSMC to produce the chip, this person said. The test deployment began after Meta finished its first 'tape-out' of the chip

Odisha residents can now access over 400 govt services on WhatsApp

People in Odisha will now be able to access over 400 government services, including birth and death certificates and driving licenses, on WhatsApp, officials said. An agreement regarding this was signed between the Centre for Modernising Government Initiative (CMGI) and Meta India here on Friday. A total of 429 government services will be available on a single WhatsApp number, officials said. Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja said, "The government of Odisha is committed to delivering seamless public services, ensuring that every citizen experiences convenience and efficiency at the last mile. This commitment is underscored by our investment in technology and training, aiming to eliminate bureaucratic hurdles and enhance overall accessibility." Development Commissioner Anu Garg said she was confident that the Unified WhatsApp Bot will empower people. CGMI's Executive Director Vineet Bharadwaj said ease of access to public services is still a challenge in Odisha. "Currently, there are fo

Tech wrap March 7: Foldable iPhone, GTA 6 release, Realme P3 Ultra, more

Apple's first foldable iPhone could feature book-style design. Take-Two confirms GTA 6's release. Realme P3 Ultra smartphone. Samsung rolls out One UI 7 Beta for Galaxy Z Fold 6

WhatsApp to soon let users generate group profile pictures using Meta AI

This feature could be useful when you don't have a suitable image for the group's profile picture and you want Meta to create it for you

UP official booked for leaking Class 10 paper on internal WhatsApp group

An examination centre in-charge has been booked for allegedly leaving the class 10 math paper of UP board on an official WhatsApp group. The incident occurred on the morning of the exam taking place at Chaudhary BL Inter College. The exam was underway Saturday, when, at 9.37 AM, the centre administrator, Anju Yadav, sent the math paper to the official examination WhatsApp group, according to education department sources. The group comprised 125 officials, including the Etah District Magistrate, District School Inspector (DIOS), Static Magistrate, Sector Magistrate, and the Center Superintendent. Static Magistrate Brijesh Kumar said, "Upon discovering the issue, I sought a clarification from Anju Yadav and had the paper removed from the group. The matter was then reported to District School Inspector Dr Indrajit Singh." Kumar filed a complaint at Jaithra Police Station on Saturday evening. "Based on the complaint, a case was registered against Anju Yadav under the relevant section

WhatsApp starts rolling out voice message transcripts in India: How to use

While Hindi is not officially listed as a supported language, the feature is generating text transcriptions for voice notes recorded in Hindi

'I like you' text at midnight? Court says its 'obscene', upholds jail term

A Mumbai sessions court ruled that sending unsolicited late-night messages like 'I like you' to an unknown woman amounts to obscenity, upholding the accused's conviction

Meta platforms' record winning streak puts stock split in view for 1st time

A purely mathematical action, a split changes nothing about the underlying fundamentals of a company, but does lower the price per share

Meta's WhatsApp faces tougher EU rules as monthly users top 45 million

The commission, which is the EU's executive arm, has been increasing scrutiny of social media in an attempt to rein in the power of predominantly American tech companies

Tech wrap Feb 14: Apple launch event, WhatsApp chat themes, Google Gemini

Apple iPhone SE launch. WhatsApp chat themes. Google Gemini gets memory. Blaupunkt launches SBW Chicago 50 soundbar. Google rolls out Android 16 beta 2