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There was one thing I swore I’d never do on WhatsApp. And now I’ve gone and done it

Leaving your blue ticks on used to be a sign that you were trustworthy. These days it conveys a certain ‘pick me’ energy

The Guardian - UK

Two Dutch Expats Blacklisted From Bali After Run Club's 'Western Names' Sparks Discrimination Row

Two Dutch nationals have been banned from Indonesia for allegedly organising a Bali run club that excluded locals, sparking discrimination claims and visa regulation concerns.

International Business Times UK

Psychology says people who see and read the message on WhatsApp or other messaging platform but don't reply aren't ignoring you: What this behavior may actually mean?

Psychology says people who see and read the message on WhatsApp or other messaging platform but don't reply aren't always trying to ignore someone. Psychology explains that delayed replies can happen because of stress, mental workload, emotional state, priorities, or communication habits. Studies suggest that reading a message without responding…

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Put child safety ahead of Big Tech profits

When I joined Facebook in 2009, I believed in the mission that founder Mark Zuckerberg espoused: to connect and empower people around the world. We all know how that turned out. Meta, now the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is focused on generating as much engagement as possible,…

Bangkok Post

Meta’s Q2 Earnings: Strong Revenue Expected, But AI Spending Could Limit Stock Gains

Meta's dominant digital advertising platform, expanding monetization opportunities, and long-term AI strategy continue to support a favorable growth outlook.

Barchart

Be careful where you click — ChatGPT joins Microsoft, Google in most-impersonated brands online

OpenAI debuts in the top 10 most impersonated companies, seeing nearly as many attacks as PayPal, WhatsApp, Facebook.

TechRadar

EU temporarily extends controversial chat-scanning regime until 2028

EU countries have adopted a temporary regime allowing messaging services to voluntarily detect child sexual abuse material until 2028. End-to-end encrypted apps like WhatsApp and Signal remain exempt.

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A malicious Chrome extension for Adobe Acrobat could let hackers access private WhatsApp chats

Researchers find a universal cross-site scripting-class cross-origin data disclosure vulnerability in a popular Chrome extension.

TechRadar

I just ditched my iPhone for the Z Fold 8 — Android 17’s new migration tool is pure magic, but there is one painful catch

I ditched my iPhone of 10 years for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8. Android 17’s new native switch tool is pure magic, but I hit one 514GB storage catch.

Tom’s Guide

British woman jailed for six years for blackmail after accusing banker of rape in Hong Kong

Hong Kong District Court says allegations against man are ‘completely fabricated’

The Independent UK

Suspicious content? NordVPN's new AI bot will check it for you on WhatsApp, X, and Instagram

NordVPN's experimental hub, NordLabs, has launched NordBot, a free-to-use AI agent that acts as your personal scam checker for suspicious links, messages, and images on platforms like WhatsApp and Instagram.

TechRadar

Meta’s automated system mistakenly banned CJP spokesperson Saurav Das’ account: Sources

Meta has restored the account of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) spokesperson Saurav Das after it was mistakenly blocked by the company's automated moderation systems, ET has learnt. Sources said the suspension was an error triggered by automation, and the account was reinstated after the issue was identified on Wednesday.

The Economic Times

Why boards are betting on unconventional CEOs

Corporate boards increasingly seek leaders with unconventional backgrounds for innovation. Kunal Shah's appointment at WhatsApp reflects this significant leadership shift. Leena Nair and Nikhil Ravishankar also exemplify this trend. Companies now prioritize perspective and adaptability over traditional credentials. This hiring evolution addresses rapid technological change and market unpredictability.

The Economic Times

Saurav Das' Whatsapp account restored; CJP spokesperson thanks supporters for pressuring Meta

Cockroach Janta Party spokesperson Saurav Das reported his WhatsApp account was blocked. His account was later restored after public pressure was applied on Meta. The party also claimed a conspiracy case was being prepared against its leaders. CJP called off a protest after detained individuals were released by authorities. Delhi…

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Gen Z employee quits after manager rejects anxiety leave request, viral WhatsApp chat divides internet

An employee resigned after his anxiety-related leave request was denied by his manager. The manager deemed the late notification unprofessional and warned of settlement issues. This exchange led to a significant debate on LinkedIn regarding workplace empathy. Users discussed whether the issue stemmed from generational differences or communication breakdowns. The…

The Independent UK

An expert’s guide for grandparents facing summer holiday babysitting burnout

Having boundaries in place can help keep the whole family happy

The Economic Times

Delhi riots case: Supreme Court stays order allowing Devangana Kalita to inspect documents

The Supreme Court has intervened in the case involving riot-accused Devangana Kalita by staying a Delhi High Court ruling that granted her permission to review previously disregarded documents in a conspiracy matter. The Delhi Police raised concerns about possible trial delays, leading to the Supreme Court's decision to issue a…

The Economic Times

Customer attention crisis: Why businesses must shift from volume to value in messaging

Customer attention has become scarce, forcing businesses to prioritize message value over volume. Verified and consent-based communication now offers a significant competitive advantage for companies. Businesses must also leverage AI to identify the right moment and channel for each customer. Ultimately, making every message count is crucial for success in…

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Sebi warns listed firms, regulated entities against rising 'Boss Scam' cyber fraud

Sebi has issued a warning to all regulated entities regarding a rising cyber fraud known as the 'Boss Scam'. In this scheme, fraudsters masquerade as senior executives to deceive finance teams into executing fund transfers. The scam employs various channels such as email, WhatsApp, and even sophisticated AI tools like…

Times Life

3 Bedtime Habits Quietly Wrecking Your Sleep Quality and Melatonin Levels Every Night

The Screen That Tells Your Brain It's Still NoonThe blue light emitted by phone and laptop screens suppresses melatonin production, the hormone your body uses to signal that sleep is due. A study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that reading on a light-emitting device…

Times Life

Curly and Coily Hair Textures in Indian Women Are Finally Getting the Recognition They Deserve

The mirror told you a lie for a long timeYou were probably seven or eight the first time someone ran a comb through your curls and sighed. Not a cruel sigh. Just the kind that meant: this is going to be work. The aunty at the parlour, the school photograph,…

Android Central

This T-Mobile feature could save your life someday (and you don't even need T-Mobile for it to work)

Even if you're in the middle of nowhere, T-Mobile makes it easy to connect to the most important service with its T-Satellite service. Here's how it works and how you can find out if you're eligible.

The Economic Times

Centre examining legal implications, possible clauses over WhatsApp, Telegram 'username' feature: Sources

The government is examining legal implications for WhatsApp and Telegram. This follows their replies to notices regarding the new username feature. Concerns about privacy and potential misuse have been raised by experts. Meta stated usernames are optional and allow messaging without sharing phone numbers. The Ministry of Electronics and Information…

The Conversation

How grassroots soccer brings people together in Canada beyond the spectacle of the World Cup

Grassroots soccer is easy to overlook. It unfolds in public parks, on unbooked fields and is organized through WhatsApp groups rather than formal institutions. Yet in cities like Guelph, Ont., these gatherings are doing important social work: creating connection, trust and belonging across differences — ones that are often difficult…

The Times of India

Facebook rejected Brian Acton’s job application in 2009: Five years later, it paid him $19 billion to buy WhatsApp

Facebook rejected Brian Acton for a job in 2009. He later co-founded WhatsApp, which grew rapidly. Smartphones changed communication, and WhatsApp offered simple messaging. Facebook acquired WhatsApp for up to $19 billion in 2014. This marked a significant irony in the technology industry.

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