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WhatsApp bans over 8.5 million accounts in Sept, 33 reinstated: Report

WhatsApp received 8,161 complaints in September, which included 3,744 ban appeals

Tech wrap Nov 1: OnePlus 13 launch, ChatGPT Search, WhatsApp Lists, more

OnePlus 13 launches in China; ChatGPT introduces new web search; Custom Lists arrive for WhatsApp; Android 16 release timeline; OxygenOS 15 open beta; Microsoft postpones Recall for Copilot Plus PCs.

Meta introduces 'Lists' feature on WhatsApp: What is it and how it works

Meta stated that with Lists, WhatsApp users can create custom filters for searching chats related to work, family, and more

Hong Kong bars services like WhatsApp, Google Drive from govt computers

The Hong Kong government is barring most civil servants from using popular apps like WhatsApp, WeChat and Google Drive on their work computers due to potential security risks. The latest IT security guidelines from the Digitial Policy Office have many civil servants complaining about added inconvenience. Government workers will still be allowed to use the services from personal devices at work, and can get exceptions to the ban with approval from a manager. Information technology experts said companies have adopted similar policies due to increasing risks of data leaks and cybersecurity challenges. Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, said on a radio program Tuesday that the ban is needed as hacking is becoming a more serious problem. He said the governments of the United States and China have also adopted stringent measures for their internal computer systems. A civil servant surnamed Lee, who requested anonymity because she was not authorized to speak to .

WhatsApp makes it easier to add, manage contacts within app from any device

With a built-in contact manager, WhatsApp is rolling out a new way to save contacts exclusively within the app, independent of the smartphone's address book

Tech wrap Oct 21: OnePlus 13 launch, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold SE, WhatsApp

OnePlus 13 launching in China on Oct 31, Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, WhatsApp tests Meta AI memory feature, Apple Intelligence on October 2

Soon, Meta AI will remember details shared by users on WhatsApp: Report

Similar to OpenAI's memory feature for ChatGPT, Meta AI will soon remember specific details shared with the chatbot automatically and offer personalised answers based on the information

Meta introduces 'Instagram Profile Card': Know what is it and how it works

Users can customise the background of their profile cards and share links and music, along with their profile picture, bio, and QR code linking to their profile

Trai pushes for OTT app regulation: Why WhatsApp and Telegram are in focus

Trai chief Anil Lahoti called for regulators across the globe to strike a balance between fostering innovation and maintaining a fair marketplace, given the cross-border nature of OTT services

Meta lays off employees across units at WhatsApp, Instagram, Reality Labs

These terminations are separate from the team restructurings and took place last week

Whatsapp-based ticket service launched for Mumbai's metro lines 2A and 7

The MMMOCL on Friday launched a Whatsapp-based "eco-friendly" ticketing service for passengers of metro rail lines 2A and 7 in Mumbai, an official said. Metro line 2A is from Andheri West to Dahisar and runs on the new link road, while line 7 is from Andheri East to Dahisar on Western Express Highway. The two lines were launched in April 2022 and serve passengers in the north-west part of the metropolis. In a release, Maha Mumbai Metro Operations Corporation Limited said, "This innovative service, now available to passengers on Metro Lines 2A and 7, allows commuters to purchase tickets directly through Whatsapp, eliminating the need for paper tickets and providing a seamless, user-friendly experience." The Whatsapp-based ticketing service was launched at the hands of a woman passenger as part of the ongoing Navratri celebrations, symbolizing empowerment and innovation, the release added. "To purchase metro ticket through Whasapp, commuters will have to simply send a 'Hi' to ...

WhatsApp starts rolling out chat-specific themes to select users: Report

Users can choose from 20 different colour and 22 textured themes, personalising conversations by applying different themes to specific chats

Tech wrap Oct 4: India-made iPhone 16 Pros, Lava Agni 3, WhatsApp, and more

Apple starts manufacturing the entire iPhone 16 series in India. Lava launched the Agni 3 smartphone. WhatsApp introduced new features. OpenAI announced Canvas in ChatGPT

WhatsApp introduces likes, private mentions, and status resharing feature

WhatsApp will now allow users to like others' status updates and mention or tag other accounts in their own statuses. Those mentioned in a status will have the option to repost it to their own account

Tech Wrap Oct 3: Apple festive offer, Google for India, WhatsApp, and more

Apple announced festive offer in India. Google announced several India-centric AI features at its 10th edition of Google for India. WhatsApp working on revamping typing indicator on Android app

WhatsApp tests revamped typing indicator on Android beta: What to expect

Reportedly, the new typing indicator appears as a chat bubble in the conversation screen allowing users to see who is typing without distracting from the ongoing conversation

Tech wrap Oct 2: Microsoft Copilot AI, iPhone SE, WhatsApp, Windows 11 24H2

Microsoft announced new Copilot AI features alongside updates for Windows on ARM. Apple to take off home button for Face ID on iPhone SE. WhatsApp introduced filters and backgrounds for video calls

WhatsApp introduces filters and backgrounds for video calls: What's new

WhatsApp has introduced 10 new filters and 10 new backgrounds, allowing users to select or mix these options to create a unique look. The app has also added Touch Up and Low Light options

WhatsApp explores replicating video call filters on native camera content

Reportedly, the feature was spotted in the latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.20.20 update available on the Google Play Store and adds a new filter button to the camera interface

Spurned by social media, publishers now chase readers on WhatsApp

And some publishers are cautious about getting too enamored by Channels, Meta, which is also the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has a long and complicated history with news organisations