The Latest Breaking News from WhatsApp

WhatsApp says its users targeted by Israeli spyware company Paragon

An official at the Meta-owned platform says it detected attempts by Paragon to hack its users’ accounts.

Al Jazeera · Jan 31, 2025

WhatsApp says journalists and civil society members were targets of Israeli spyware

Messaging app said it had ‘high confidence’ some users were targeted and ‘possibly compromised’ by Paragon Solutions spyware

The Guardian - US · Jan 31, 2025

Your older iPhone could soon lose WhatsApp – here are the phones affected

A report has found Meta has dropped support for the WhatsApp beta app for iPhones not running iOS 15.1 or later.

T3 · Jan 31, 2025

The EU wants to scan every message sent in Europe. Will that really make us safer?

Lawmakers argue that mass surveillance will help to protect children. But the implications for our privacy and security are staggering, says journalist Apostolis Fotiadis

The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2025

How To Leave Meta's Social Media Platforms

Consider steps like saving data, staying in touch, and temporary deactivation before deleting your Meta social media account.

Top News · Jan 23, 2025

Meta upgrades WhatsApp with a cross-posting feature for all your other profiles

Meta detailed the rollout of its cross-posting feature for WhatsApp.

Android Central · Jan 22, 2025

Meta lets users link their WhatsApp and Instagram accounts

Parent company Meta says new feature will let people have better control of their accounts – but will also bring different apps together

The Independent UK · Jan 21, 2025

How a call for help to a mobile phone operator cost £6,700

Check your contract before you travel as roaming charges while abroad can rack up horrifying bills for the unwary

The Guardian - UK · Jan 20, 2025

The new public square is fact-free social media – and it couldn’t come at a worse time for Australia

Navigating the next 100 days of Australian politics online will require sharp teeth to discern fact from fiction

The Guardian - AU · Jan 19, 2025

WhatsApp rolls out new features including double-tap reactions, selfie stickers

WhatsApp has ushered in the new year with a range of exciting updates aimed at enhancing user experience. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jan 18, 2025