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The Economic Times
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WhatsApp usernames safe from scams, impersonation? Meta issues FAQs amid government scrutiny

Meta-owned WhatsApp has put out a detailed FAQ on its upcoming username feature, addressing concerns around impersonation, scams and unwanted contact as users begin reserving usernames.

The FAQ comes days after the Centre issued a notice to Meta, flagging fraud and impersonation risks and asking the company to hold off on the rollout until consultations are completed "to the satisfaction of the government."

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