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Subscriptions Are Key to Meta’s AI Transformation

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg sees a future of superintelligent digital assistants. The vision will require massive amounts of spending and drastic change.

Kiplinger

Meta to take legal action against Israeli spyware firm NSO, foils phishing attacks

Meta has filed a federal court contempt order against NSO Group for violating a permanent injunction barring it from targeting WhatsApp. The spyware firm's new spear-phishing attempts, similar to previous "1-click" campaigns, were disrupted by WhatsApp.

The Economic Times

'Triple talaq' on WhatsApp: Rajasthan woman files case against Kuwait-based husband over divorce message

A woman in Rajasthan's Banswara district has filed a police complaint alleging that her husband, who is working in Kuwait, ended their marriage by sending a triple talaq message through WhatsApp.

The Times of India

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'The gift reflects...': Why WhatsApp co-founder Jan Koum donates $200 million to a Jerusalem hospital now

Co-founder and former CEO of WhatsApp Jan Koum has created a ripple as he donated $200 million to Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem, the largest single donation ever made to an Israeli hospital. While Koum is known for his past philanthropic gestures for Jewish causes, this one is significant…

The Times of India

PNG gas scam: Man clicked on bill link & kept losing money until Rs 31 lakh was drained; 21 others fell for the same fraud

Fake gas bill update scam: A cyber fraud has targeted 22 individuals in Thane, Maharashtra. Victims received fake gas bill update messages, leading them to download a malicious application. This scam resulted in a total loss of over Rs 31 lakh. A retired man lost Rs 8.68 lakh after falling…

The Economic Times

‘It’s becoming more difficult finding stable VPNs’ – China increases crackdown on VPN usage

People in China have used VPNs to get past the country’s infamous Great Firewall – but Beijing is coming down hard on VPN use

TechRadar

Leaked WhatsApps, embarrassing emails: it’s bad for British politics that privacy is now dead

The principle underlying the release of the Mandelson papers is that officials are always ‘on the record’ – but our leaders must be able to speak their minds freely, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

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Yvette Cooper rejects Harriet Harman’s call for disappearing messages ban

The Foreign Secretary said “lots of people”, including herself, had WhatsApp’s auto-delete tool turned on for some exchanges.

Evening Standard

The US’s role in the rise of communist regimes

Brief letters: American foreign policy | Donald Trump’s self-reflection | Tony Blair’s Toryism | Keir Starmer on Whatsapp | Nine times table

The Guardian - UK

Google Gemini security flaw lets hackers hijack your Android phone via WhatsApp — what you need to know

A Google Gemini security flaw can leave Android phones vulnerable through WhatsApp messages

Tom’s Guide

Teacher who sent WhatsApp messages while driving bus full of pupils spared classroom ban

Ex-head of sport at Surrey school who drove minibus after argument escapes ban from profession

The Independent UK

Meta's AI Business Agent is a small and medium businesses guru – and it is now available directly through WhatsApp

After around two years in testing, Meta's AI Business Agent is now rolling out across WhatsApp, Instagram DMs and more.

TechRadar

Starmer still confident in Darren Jones after leaked Mandelson messages revealed

Mr Jones also appeared to criticise Chancellor Rachel Reeves, Jonathan Reynolds and Angela Rayner.

Evening Standard

Voda Idea launches silent mobile verification for its subscribers using Meta platforms

Vodafone Idea has introduced silent mobile verification for its users on WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram. This technology allows for password-less digital experiences. It verifies mobile numbers in the background without manual steps. Vi users will benefit from faster onboarding and enhanced security. This move aims to improve trust in digital…

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'Bukayo Saka - The time is now': How to watch Arsenal star's documentary

Arsenal forward will feature in a special documentary after title-winning season

The Economic Times

Meta enters enterprise AI race with new business agent

Meta Platforms has unveiled a cutting-edge AI assistant crafted to streamline daily operations for businesses. This innovative tool is capable of handling tasks such as scheduling appointments and finalizing sales transactions. You'll find it integrated into Meta's widely used platforms like WhatsApp, Messenger, and Instagram.

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer grilled on welfare after Pat McFadden complaint in Mandelson files

Files published on Monday showed Cabinet minister Mr McFadden saying Labour MPs were asking the wrong questions on tax and welfare.

The Texas Tribune

Big Tech finds a foe in Texas’ robust consumer protection laws and AG Ken Paxton

Paxton is banking on his recent lawsuits against tech and social media companies like Meta, WhatsApp and Discord to win a Senate seat, building on notable victories in years past.

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The Guardian - UK

Wednesday briefing: As the Mandelson revelations continue with no respite, can the public ever trust UK politicians again?

In today’s newsletter: A fresh tranche of leaked messages has reignited doubts in a country weary from years of scandal about how power is exercised in Westminster

Evening Standard

Starmer to face PMQs after Mandelson files release lay bare splits in Government

The Prime Minister’s weekly appearance in the Commons will be the first opportunity MPs have to grill him about the content of the Mandelson files.

Evening Standard

Raising concerns over Gaza war like ‘hitting brick wall’, Streeting says

The claim comes after WhatsApp messages revealed Lord Mandelson had accused Mr Streeting of being ‘hysterical’ about the war.

The Independent UK

Starmer defends using vanishing WhatsApp messages after Mandelson files revelation

MPs voted earlier this year to force the disclosure of documents relating to his time as ambassador

The Guardian - UK

No 10 confirms Starmer’s WhatsApp messages automatically delete

Spokesperson says function is in line with official guidance as scrutiny of papers relating to Peter Mandelson continues

The Independent UK

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Starmer uses disappearing messages on WhatsApp, No 10 admits after Mandelson files released

Use of disappearing messages mean messages between the prime minister and Peter Mandelson may have been wiped

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