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‘Optional, protected, not searchable’: WhatsApp clarifies ‘Username’ feature amid safety concerns | India News

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[ad_1] Meta-owned app issued key clarification amid safety & privacy concerns WhatsApp on Thursday issued clarifications on its upcoming ‘Username’ feature, addressing privacy, safety and impersonation concerns as users begin reserving usernames ahead of the wider rollout later this year.The ‘Username’ feature is designed to let users connect on WhatsApp without sharing their phone numbers, … Read more

Govt asks WhatsApp to pause username rollout | India News

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[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Govt has directed Meta-owned WhatsApp not to roll out its proposed usernames feature in India until further consultations are completed, while asking the company to submit a detailed explanation within three days on how the system will operate and prevent misuse.In a notice issued to WhatsApp’s chief compliance officer, MeITY said it … Read more

Govt directs Meta not to roll out WhatsApp username feature, seeks explanation in 3 days | India News

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NEW DELHI: The government on Wednesday directed Meta-owned WhatsApp not to roll out its proposed username feature until consultations on the issue are completed and has asked the company to furnish a detailed explanation within three days, PTI reported, citing sources.The move comes amid growing concerns within the government over the potential risks of impersonation, … Read more