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WHATSAPP UPDATE

Discover the latest updates on WhatsApp and improvements on WhatsApp today. Stay updated with the latest WhatsApp updates, newest additions, optimizations, user experience, and exciting new functionalities. Don't miss out on the latest developments on WhatsApp.

WhatsApp has unveiled a slew of fresh features that enhance user experience across both Android and iOS platforms. The instant messaging service is introducing improvements to group chats, calls, reactions, events, and its growing Channels feature.

WhatsApp rolls out major update: New features for groups, events, calls and more

1 min read . 11 Apr 2025

Meta challenged the CCI’s November 18, 2024, order, which banned WhatsApp from sharing user data with its other platforms Facebook and Instagram for advertising and imposed a ₹213 crore penalty. (Photo by Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV/AFP) (AFP)

Meta vs CCI: Will data protection rules impact the case? NCLAT to decide in May

2 min read . 17 Mar 2025

In an exciting development for WhatsApp users, OpenAI’s ChatGPT has been reportedly updated to accept image and voice message inputs. (AFP)

WhatsApp users can now send photos and voice messages to ChatGPT: Report

1 min read . 04 Feb 2025

The CCI noted that personal data of WhatsApp’s users was being commercialized by Meta for purposes unrelated to the primary function of WhatsApp.

There’s no arguing with the thrust of CCI’s order on WhatsApp’s use of data

4 min read . 28 Jan 2025

The CCI penalized Meta for abusing its dominant market position through WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy update. (HT_PRINT)

Mint Explainer: Why the ban on WhatsApp's data-sharing practices has been stayed

5 min read . 24 Jan 2025

Meta Platforms approached the NCLAT on Monday against the order of the Competition Commission of India related to the alleged abuse of WhatsApp's privacy policy. (Photo by Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV/AFP) (AFP)

NCLAT to hear WhatsApp's plea against CCI penalty of ₹213 crore on 16 Jan

2 min read . 06 Jan 2025

NPCI on Tuesday, December 31 removed the onboarding restriction limits for WhatsApp UPI. (Bloomberg)

WhatsApp UPI: NPCI removes user onboarding restriction limits

2 min read . 31 Dec 2024

Check out the step-by-step guide to install the latest WhatsApp version. (REUTERS)

How to install the latest WhatsApp: Step-by-step guide for Android and iPhone

2 min read . 20 Dec 2024

WhatsApp is reportedly testing a feature that will allow users to create and share entire sticker packs directly within the app. (Bloomberg)

WhatsApp Beta introduces option to share custom and official sticker packs

1 min read . 28 Nov 2024

India is the most important region for the company, considering that WhatsApp has close to 536 million users in the country. (Bloomberg)

Did WhatsApp's policy tweak break the law?

5 min read . 14 Oct 2024

Data centre demand is growing so quickly that the group may slow down investments for other businesses and use the funds to invest more in data centres ( istockphoto)

The Big Data Centre rush: Adani fast-tracks $4 bn investment, others follow suit

7 min read . 29 Sep 2024

WhatsApp revealed that over 500 million people worldwide engage with Channels monthly. (Bloomberg)

WhatsApp unveils new Channel Categories for content discovery: All about it

1 min read . 20 Sep 2024

The forthcoming voice chat feature, noted in a recent update by WhatsApp feature tracker WABetaInfo, is expected to include multiple voice options for Meta AI. (Bloomberg)

WhatsApp feature to offer AI conversations in voices of celebrities: Report

1 min read . 13 Sep 2024

According to a report from WABetaInfo, users of the older app are being notified about its upcoming shutdown, with functionality expected to cease within the next 54 days. (Bloomberg)

WhatsApp reportedly brings Mac app overhaul: What it means for users

1 min read . 05 Sep 2024

Meta’s instant messaging platform WhatsApp is reportedly enhancing user privacy with the introduction of a groundbreaking feature in its latest beta release. The upcoming update will likely integrate passkey technology to encrypt chat backups, as spotted by the WABetainfo. (REUTERS)

WhatsApp beta testing Passkey feature to secure chat backups: Report

1 min read . 29 Aug 2024

The new feature could allow users to substitute their phone numbers with usernames, providing an added layer of privacy. (REUTERS)

WhatsApp beta now allows replacing phone numbers with usernames for privacy

2 min read . 20 Aug 2024

According to reports from WABetaInfo, the like reaction feature is now being tested by public beta users and has been in development for some time. (MINT_PRINT)

WhatsApp to introduce 'Like' reactions for status updates: Report

1 min read . 16 Aug 2024

WhatsApp Beta's QR code-based transfer method is expected to be more user-friendly compared to the previous multi-step process involving Google Drive backups and restores. (MINT_PRINT)

WhatsApp Beta tests QR codes for easy chat history transfer across devices

1 min read . 18 Jun 2024

The draft Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022, covers not just conventional phone calls and text messages, but also over-the-top applications, which will include services such as WhatsApp. (HT_PRINT)

WhatsApp may soon transcribe your voice notes in Hindi. Here's how it could work

1 min read . 15 Jun 2024

The social media giant has been introducing commerce and payment features on the app for several years, including 'business messaging' tools companies can use to conduct customer service chats and send marketing materials to people who have shared their phone numbers with the companies.

Meta's WhatsApp launches new AI tools for businesses

2 min read . 07 Jun 2024