Whatsapp Update
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WhatsApp Web gets Voice and Video calling support for select users: How to use?
Technology | Feb 10, 2026, 11:35 AM ISTWhatsApp has reportedly begun rolling out voice and video calling support on WhatsApp Web for select beta users. The feature includes end-to-end encrypted calls and screen sharing, allowing users to make calls directly from a browser without installing the desktop app.
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WhatsApp may soon introduce ‘Close Friends’ status feature: Here’s how it could work
Technology | Feb 08, 2026, 04:54 PM ISTWhatsApp is reportedly testing a Close Friends Status feature that will let users share updates with a selected group of contacts. The feature was spotted in Android beta and could roll out to users in the future.
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You can’t play with citizens’ privacy in the name of data sharing: SC to WhatsApp, Meta
Technology | Feb 03, 2026, 02:24 PM ISTThe Supreme Court has warned WhatsApp and Meta that citizens’ right to privacy cannot be compromised under the guise of data sharing, delivering a strong message on user data protection.
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WhatsApp may launch paid subscription plan with exclusive stickers, themes and extra chat pins
Technology | Jan 29, 2026, 05:06 PM ISTWhatsApp is developing an optional subscription plan to unlock exclusive personalisation and productivity features such as premium stickers, new themes, and additional chat pinning. The paid plan is still under development, and will not affect core messaging or user privacy.
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WhatsApp rolls out ‘Strict Account Settings’ for stronger protection with one tap
Technology | Jan 27, 2026, 11:17 PM ISTWhatsApp has introduced a new ‘Strict Account Settings’ feature to protect users from advanced cyberattacks. Here’s how it works, who it’s for, and how to enable it.
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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.