WhatsApp | Latest News & Updates - Mar 21, 2025 Release

WhatsApp has introduced a feature that lets users control who can see their social media links on their profile with four privacy options...


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WhatsApp

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WhatsApp is a fast, simple, and reliable messaging and calling application used by over 1.5 billion people in more than 180 countries. It offers free, secure, and private communication through end-to-end encryption, making it accessible on various mobile devices and in low connectivity areas. WhatsApp also provides a dedicated business app to help small businesses connect with customers effectively.


WhatsApp - Latest News and Updates

  • WhatsApp has introduced a feature that lets users control who can see their social media links on their profile with four privacy options.
  • WhatsApp launched a feature in the UK and EU allowing users to interact with Meta AI for F1 fan engagement.
  • Meta has started deploying its Meta AI conversational assistant in WhatsApp across 41 European countries, allowing users to access generative AI tools directly in their conversations.
  • WhatsApp Business announced a new feature allowing users to create collections in catalogs to help customers find items faster.
  • Telkom Group is enhancing WhatsApp Business in Indonesia by integrating Meta's Llama AI to improve customer engagement and support economic growth.
  • WhatsApp will soon limit the number of broadcast messages users and businesses can send to reduce spam, with a monthly cap and a new paid version for business accounts.
  • Adi Binder has joined WhatsApp as Director, Product Design in Israel, previously serving as Director, Product Design at Meta.
  • WhatsApp is developing AI tools to let users proofread and rewrite messages in different tones, including options like Funny and Sarcastic, accessible via a Pencil button in chats.
  • Leaked WhatsApp messages have intensified the conflict between Nigel Farage and Rupert Lowe within the Reform party.

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