The appointment of Cred founder Kunal Shah as WhatsApp's new CEO has sparked a wave of reactions across social media, with industry leaders welcoming the move while some users raised questions about the platform's future direction.
The development comes as WhatsApp prepares for a leadership transition following the departure of long-time executive Will Cathcart. Several tech leaders congratulated Cathcart for his contribution to the messaging platform while also expressing optimism about Shah's new role.