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The Economic Times
The Economic Times

Cred founder Kunal Shah’s appointment as WhatsApp CEO sparks discussion on social media

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.

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