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Whatsapp To Introduce Third-Party Chat Interoperability In European Union

EU flags fly outside the European Commission in Brussels

WhatsApp is on the brink of a significant transformation as a result of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) set to be enforced in the European Union in March 2024. The DMA mandates that WhatsApp, deemed a gatekeeper app, must open up to third-party integrations, allowing users to communicate across various messaging platforms seamlessly.

Recent reports suggest that these anticipated changes are imminent, with the latest WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.24.5.18 already hinting at upcoming chat interoperability features. This move towards interoperability aligns WhatsApp with EU regulations and offers users more versatile communication options.

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