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WhatsApp may soon go paid: Meta tests subscription feature that could change how you use the app
Technology | Jan 27, 2026, 08:41 PM ISTWhatsApp may no longer stay completely free. Meta is testing a paid, ad-free subscription model for WhatsApp Status, raising concerns among millions of users worldwide.
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Elon Musk sparks privacy debate, calls WhatsApp ‘not secure’ as lawsuit targets Meta
Technology | Jan 27, 2026, 05:28 PM ISTElon Musk has raised concerns over WhatsApp’s security after a new lawsuit accused Meta of misleading users about message privacy. WhatsApp chief Will Cathcart has strongly denied the claims.
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WhatsApp testing a new switch to let users try upcoming features without joining beta
Technology | Jan 21, 2026, 10:32 PM ISTWhatsApp is testing a new feature that allows users to try under-development features without enrolling in the official beta program. Here’s how it works and who can access it.
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WhatsApp GIFs are changing: New provider and bigger GIF grid spotted
Technology | Jan 19, 2026, 03:17 PM ISTWhatsApp is set to change how users share GIFs from July 2026 as it replaces Tenor with Klipy. The update also introduces a larger GIF keyboard layout for faster searches.
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WhatsApp working on profile cover photos for iOS devices: How will it work?
Technology | Jan 10, 2026, 06:19 PM ISTWhatsApp is reportedly testing a new profile cover photo feature for iOS users, allowing them to add a banner-style image above their profile picture. The feature, already available for WhatsApp Business accounts and spotted in iOS beta builds, could soon roll out to regular users.
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WhatsApp rolls out Member Tags, Text Stickers and Event Reminders for Group Chats: How to use?
Technology | Jan 08, 2026, 11:13 AM ISTWhatsApp has announced a new set of features to make group chats more organised and expressive. These include Member Tags to define a user’s role in a group, Text Stickers that turn words into stickers instantly, and improved Event Reminders to help users stay on schedule.
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Received legal summons on WhatsApp, email? Why it’s legitimate and how to respond
Technology | Jan 06, 2026, 12:08 PM ISTIn a new circular, Uttarakhand High Court Registrar General Yogesh Kumar Gupta announced that summons for cheque bounce cases will no longer be limited to traditional delivery methods, allowing for digital service.
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Create AI Stickers of anything on WhatsApp: Step-by-step guide
Technology | Jan 04, 2026, 05:52 PM ISTIf you like conversing with stickers and emoticons, then here is a new way of making chats more expressive, interactive, and secure. WhatsApp has added an exciting AI-powered sticker creation, which enables users to design personalised stickers using simple text prompts.
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Meta AI Ads privacy policy sparks concern: Why are Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp users worried?
Technology | Jan 04, 2026, 01:43 PM ISTSeveral groups have filed complaints with the Federal Trade Commission regarding Meta's new privacy policy. This policy has become a headache for users, as it will allow them to be targeted with personalised ads using artificial intelligence.
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New Year scam alert: Police warn against malicious greeting links on WhatsApp
Technology | Jan 01, 2026, 06:26 PM ISTWhile you're likely receiving plenty of New Year's greetings, be sure to exercise caution. Scammers are increasingly using these festive messages as a cover for digital fraud.
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Stop copy-pasting: WhatsApp trick to send Happy New Year 2026 wishes to hundreds at once
Technology | Jan 01, 2026, 10:58 AM ISTWant to send your 'Happy New Year' greetings to everyone at once? This hidden WhatsApp feature is a game-changer, allowing you to message hundreds of people simultaneously with just one tap.
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WhatsApp to enhance Status with new AI-powered editing features: All we know so far
Technology | Dec 29, 2025, 05:05 PM ISTWhatsApp is currently testing a suite of AI-powered creative tools that allow users to transform their photos directly within the app. This update is designed to streamline the creative process and enhance user engagement.
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Banned on WhatsApp? Govt may soon block your number everywhere else
Technology | Dec 24, 2025, 07:23 AM ISTThe government aims to curb persistent cyber fraud by coordinating with WhatsApp to sync account bans across all messaging services, preventing criminals from reusing flagged numbers.
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WhatsApp GhostPairing Scam Alert: Millions of users at risk of silent account hacking
Technology | Dec 21, 2025, 05:04 PM ISTA new cyber threat called the GhostPairing scam is putting WhatsApp users at serious risk. Hackers are misusing WhatsApp’s device linking feature to secretly access accounts without OTPs, passwords, or SIM swaps.
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Govt warning: Attackers can hijack WhatsApp via 'GhostPairing' vulnerability; all you need to know
Technology | Dec 20, 2025, 06:18 PM ISTThe 'GhostPairing' vulnerability in WhatsApp enables attackers to seize full control of an account, providing them with unrestricted access to real-time messages, photos, and videos through the web interface.
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WhatsApp must seek user consent for all data sharing: NCLAT
Technology | Dec 16, 2025, 06:56 AM ISTThis ruling on WhatsApp's data sharing policy resulted from an application by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) seeking clarification on the scope of the NCLAT's earlier order.
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WhatsApp begins rolling out Ads in Status and Channels: How it affects you
Technology | Dec 10, 2025, 07:33 PM ISTWhatsApp is preparing to expand ads across its Status and Channels sections, allowing more users to see sponsored content inside the Updates tab. While ads won’t appear in private chats, they will help promote businesses and allow users to discover products or services.
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Airtel partners with Google to bring WhatsApp-like messaging to regular SMS with RCS support
Technology | Dec 09, 2025, 10:14 PM ISTAirtel has partnered with Google to introduce Rich Communication Services (RCS) for its users in India, offering WhatsApp-like features within the default messaging app. With double-tick delivery indicators, photo and video sharing, group chats, location sharing, and end-to-end encryption.
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WhatsApp hacked? Key warning signs and quick fixes you must know
Technology | Dec 08, 2025, 01:31 PM ISTIf your WhatsApp behaves unusually—messages you do not send, unknown devices logged in, or new numbers added—your account may be hacked. This article explains the clear signs that your WhatsApp has been compromised and offers quick, effective fixes to secure your chats, privacy, and personal data.
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SIM-binding rule polarises tech industry: Telcos back govt order, digital platforms raise concerns
Technology | Dec 03, 2025, 09:14 AM ISTThe new SIM-binding rule, which requires messaging apps to function only with an active SIM, is supported by COAI but has been criticised by BIF over concerns regarding consumer impact and risk.