Finally: Artificial Intelligence arrives on WhatsApp in a new update
Meta announced the integration of a series of new features into the WhatsApp app, including the use of artificial intelligence to suggest message phrasing and edit media files within chats.
WhatsApp will translate messages for you inside the chat
Finally: The long-awaited WhatsApp update is coming to mobile soon
Meta announces big news for parents: Dedicated WhatsApp account for kids with full supervision
Portugal warns foreign state-backed hackers targeting officials' and military messaging accounts
According to the Portuguese national intelligence service (SIS), the hacker group targeted WhatsApp and Signal accounts of government officials, diplomats, and military personnel.
Iranians in LA turn to WhatsApp, Fox News, for updates on loved ones
Meanwhile, many in Iran are using VPNs, circumvention apps, and other tools to bypass internet filters and access websites blocked by the government.
The most requested feature ever: WhatsApp will allow scheduling messages in advance
WhatsApp is developing an official option to schedule messages within the app. Soon you will be able to set a time and date for automatic sending of personal and group messages.
WhatsApp on the way to adding a "spoiler" option for messages
A new feature revealed in the beta version will allow users to hide text behind a gray bar that will be revealed only when tapped – similar to the existing highlighting and formatting tools.
WhatsApp will allow new group members to read old messages
From now on, WhatsApp groups will not start from scratch: A new feature allows admins to reveal up to 100 previous messages to new members who join the group chat.
On the way to a change: WhatsApp stories will receive a central place in a new design
A new beta version of WhatsApp presents a significant change in the interface: Status updates of the closest contacts will appear in a dedicated row at the top of the chats list.
WhatsApp’s transcription revolution reaches all users
WhatsApp rolls out a major AI feature letting users convert voice messages into text instantly, fulfilling one of its most requested tools for easier messaging and accessibility.
Russia steps up campaign against Telegram with allegations against its founder
Telegram has responded, accusing Russian authorities of using false pretexts to cripple its operations and promote a new state-owned messenger called MAX.
WhatsApp says Russia tried to fully block service to push state app
Russia began limiting calls on messaging platforms last year, accusing them of refusing to share information with law enforcement.
Protecting journalists and public figures: WhatsApp launches new update
Aiming to tackle cyberattacks, WhatsApp joins Google and Apple by introducing an option to secure accounts more strongly. The feature will be available to all users in the coming weeks.
