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WhatsApp: A Global Communication Giant WhatsApp Messenger, an instant messaging and VoIP service, has become a ubiquitous communication tool globally. Owned by Meta, the platform allows users to exchange text, voice, and video messages, conduct voice and video calls, and share diverse content includ...
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- Original author(s) Brian Acton, Jan Koum
- Developer(s) Meta Platforms, Will Cathcart (Head of WhatsApp)
- Initial release February 2009
- Operating system Android, iOS, iPadOS, KaiOS, macOS, Windows, Windows Phone, Wear OS, Web, Meta Quest (The latter two require one-time verification from the mobile app client.)
- Available in 40 (iOS) and 60 (Android) languages
- License Proprietary software with EULA, "European Region", "others"
- Type Instant messaging, VoIP
- Websitewww.whatsapp.com
Whatsapp history
Last Updated : 26/03/25, 02:23 PMWhatsApp: A Messaging Giant's Journey Launched in February 2009 by Brian Acton and Jan Koum, WhatsApp initially aimed to display user statuses. Its evolution into a messaging behemoth stemmed from leveraging Apple's push notifications in June 2009, transforming simple status updates into a full-fled...
WHATSAPP NEWS
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Bhogle shared a video in which a creator explained what the ‘WhatsApp hijacking scam’ is and how to stay safe from it.
WhatsApp to soon limit the number of broadcasts business and individuals can send
March 19, 2025 3:22 pm
WhatsApp's move could help reduce spam on the platform while providing an additional revenue stream.
How hackers take over WhatsApp accounts and ways to stop them
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This week on The Safe Side, our ongoing series aimed to keep you safe online, we dive deep into WhatsApp hacking. We break down how scammers hack into WhatsApp, why they do it, warning signs to watch for, and, most importantly, how to protect yourself.
WhatsApp testing message threads feature: Here’s what it means
March 14, 2025 9:34 am
WhatsApp has been testing a new feature that will allow users to manage their chats as threads.
Happy Holi 2025 WhatsApp wishes, stickers, images: How to send Holi stickers and status videos
March 14, 2025 9:02 am
Happy Holi 2025: This year, here is how to wish your friends and family using WhatsApp stickers, images and status videos.
Upcoming WhatsApp feature will save you from surprise video calls and sextortion scams: Here's how
March 12, 2025 7:56 pm
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I-T Bill proposes govt can ‘override’ online access codes, sparking privacy concerns
March 12, 2025 9:14 am
Tax officials maintain that the Income-tax Bill has made no changes to the search and seizure provisions in the extant Income Tax Act, and any changes to the language have been made to make it easier to understand.
‘Hand in glove with China’: What are the new whistleblower allegations against Meta?
March 12, 2025 11:13 am
Meta was willing to trade Chinese users' data and allow censorship of content to get a foothold in China, a former senior executive has alleged in a whistleblower complaint.
WhatsApp to soon get new Meta AI widget: Here’s what it can do
March 08, 2025 8:25 pm
WhatsApp's new Meta AI widget is currently rolling out to beta testers and will be available to everyone in the coming months.
WhatsApp may face tougher EU scrutiny under Digital Services Act; here's why
February 19, 2025 12:04 pm
The Meta-owned platform could be included in a new regulated tier under the DSA based on its recent filing.
