Meta Platforms is preparing to trial paid subscription options across Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, marking its latest push to expand revenue beyond advertising. The technology company said the proposed subscriptions, expected to roll out for testing in the coming months, would offer users access to additional features, including enhanced artificial intelligence tools. Core functions of…
WhatsApp has disabled more than 6.8 million accounts linked to scam operations in the first six months of 2025, according to a statement from its parent company, Meta. Many of the removed accounts were reportedly tied to criminal scam centres in Southeast Asia, where organised networks often exploit forced labour to run large-scale fraud operations….
WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is set to roll out three new advertising features globally, aiming to generate more revenue while keeping users’ private conversations untouched. The company emphasized that ads will not appear within personal chats, nor will message content – which is end-to-end encrypted – be used to target ads. Instead, WhatsApp will base…
WhatsApp has formally expressed its support for Apple in an ongoing legal battle with the UK Home Office over encrypted user data, warning that the case could have far-reaching consequences for global privacy protections. Speaking to the BBC, WhatsApp head Will Cathcart described the UK government’s approach as one that risks creating “a dangerous precedent”…
WhatsApp LLC has warned that the recent tribunal ruling affirming the authority of Nigeria’s Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to fine it and its parent company, Meta Platforms, could impact its ability to operate within the country. In a statement released on Sunday, WhatsApp stressed that its services are deeply tied to Meta’s…
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg returned to the witness stand on Tuesday for a second day in a high-stakes antitrust trial in Washington, where U.S. regulators are seeking to unwind his company’s past acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp. The case, brought by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), alleges that Meta—formerly Facebook—acquired the two platforms in a…
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will allow users to limit the number of messages sent during a broadcast session. Currently in its beta phase, the feature is expected to roll out to all users in a future update. The broadcast feature on WhatsApp enables users to send a single message to multiple…
WhatsApp has announced plans to restrict the number of broadcast messages that both individual users and businesses can send, in a bid to reduce spam on the platform. The company revealed that it will begin testing monthly limits on broadcast messages for personal accounts in the coming weeks. While the exact cap may vary during…
WhatsApp has introduced a refreshed design for emoji reactions across chats, groups, and channels, improving how users interact with messages on the platform. The update brings a more streamlined and organized layout, making it easier to browse and select reactions quickly. One of the key changes is the introduction of a compact format that displays…
Google Messages is reportedly developing a feature that would allow users to initiate WhatsApp video calls directly from the app. The feature, discovered in the app’s latest code, is not yet functional but is expected to activate when Google Meet is not installed on the caller’s device. According to a report by Android Authority, the…
WhatsApp is set to roll out a feature allowing iOS users to manage multiple accounts on a single device. According to a report from WABetaInfo, the feature is currently in testing and will be included in an upcoming app update. To activate multiple accounts, users will need two separate phone numbers, as each WhatsApp account…
WhatsApp is set to roll out a new feature in 2024 that will give users more control over animations in their chats. The update will allow users to manage how emojis, stickers, and GIFs animate during conversations, creating a more personalized and user-friendly experience. Currently being tested in the WhatsApp Android beta version 2.25.1.10, the…
Iran has lifted its ban on WhatsApp and Google Play in what state media describes as the first step toward easing internet restrictions in the country. The decision, announced Tuesday, marks a significant shift in policy for a nation known for its stringent online censorship. The state-run IRNA news agency reported that a “positive majority…
Starting January 1, 2025, WhatsApp will discontinue support for a range of older Android smartphones, signalling the end of its compatibility with devices running on outdated software. This update impacts roughly 20 models from brands like Samsung, Motorola, HTC, LG, and Sony, many of which were popular during the early 2010s. Why Support is Ending…
Meta has announced that it is close to resolving a significant technical issue causing widespread outages on its platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The company acknowledged the disruption on Wednesday, stating, “We’re aware that a technical issue is impacting some users’ ability to access our apps. We’re working to get things back to normal…
Despite being free to use for nearly three billion people worldwide, WhatsApp employs a series of strategies to generate substantial revenue. Owned by tech giant Meta, WhatsApp primarily makes money by offering services to businesses rather than charging individual users. WhatsApp provides a platform for businesses to communicate directly with consumers. Since 2022, firms have…
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has responded to Meta’s recent threat to withdraw WhatsApp services from Nigeria, characterizing it as an attempt to sway public opinion and coerce the commission into reversing its decision. The response follows the FCCPC’s imposition of a $220 million fine on Meta Platforms Inc. for unauthorized data…
The Federal Government has dismissed rumours that WhatsApp is considering halting its services in Nigeria, calling the reports a tactic by the company to sway public opinion amidst a legal dispute. The controversy arose after the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) fined WhatsApp $220 million (over ₦300 billion) for allegedly violating data privacy…
In response to directives from China’s internet watchdog citing national security apprehensions, Apple has taken the decisive step of removing WhatsApp and Threads from its app store in the country, accentuating the ongoing regulatory scrutiny faced by foreign tech firms operating within China’s digital sphere. An Apple spokesperson underscored the company’s adherence to local regulations,…
Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, has adjusted the minimum age requirement for the messaging app in Europe, reducing it from 16 to 13 years old. This alteration, implemented across the European Union on Thursday, aligns with a similar change announced for users in the United Kingdom earlier in February. The decision has raised concerns…
WhatsApp users have been warned about a new update that introduces a ‘Screen Share’ feature, allowing contacts to view the content displayed on a smartphone screen. This recent change is part of WhatsApp’s ongoing efforts to enhance user experience. Over the years, WhatsApp has implemented various updates, such as message reactions, custom stickers, chat encryption,…
This week, WhatsApp, the messaging app owned by Meta, made a significant announcement, revealing a new feature that allows users to record and send video clips directly within the app. The instant video messages can be up to 60 seconds long and will benefit from the app’s robust end-to-end encryption service. In a blog post…
Meta has announced new privacy features for WhatsApp users. Users will be able to leave group chats silently, control who can see their online status and block screenshots on View Once messages, as reported by BBC. Meta chief executive Mark Zuckerberg said this would help keep WhatsApp messaging “as private and secure as face-to-face conversations”….
