In a surprising move, WhatsApp has announced that it will start displaying ads for the first time since its launch in 2009. While ads will appear in the Updates tab, the company assures users that their personal chats won't be interrupted. This change is aimed at helping businesses grow within the platform, leveraging user information to enhance ad relevance.
WhatsApp is set to roll out ads through its ‘Updates’ tab, allowing businesses to reach users. Despite past resistance, Meta sees this as a way to monetize the platform while ensuring privacy.
In a significant deal, Meta Platforms has signed a 20-year agreement to purchase power from Constellation Energy's Illinois nuclear plant, anticipating soaring energy demands driven by artificial intelligence.
WhatsApp is set to launch a revolutionary feature: usernames! Connect with others without revealing your phone number. Discover how this update will enhance privacy and user interaction.
Meta has finally released an official iPad app for WhatsApp, leaving many to wonder when Instagram will follow. Rumor has it that development for an Instagram iPad app is already underway, and it could be released this year!
Meta is shifting to an AI-driven approach for risk assessments on its platforms, raising concerns about user safety and privacy. Will this speed up updates at the expense of thorough scrutiny?
Microsoft has officially closed Skype after 22 years, marking the end of a once-dominant service that revolutionized internet calling. With the rise of competitors, Skype's user base dwindled from over 300 million to just 36 million, leading to its discontinuation.
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Meta is set to roll out its new 'Private Processing' feature in the coming weeks, promising enhanced privacy for users. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development!
WhatsApp is introducing a groundbreaking 'Advanced Chat Privacy' feature that prevents users from exporting chat histories and automatically downloading media, enhancing your conversation security. Learn how it works!