Government reviews WhatsApp’s response on proposed username feature
The Central government has received WhatsApp’s response regarding concerns over its proposed username feature and is currently examining the company’s submission. The government had earlier directed the Meta-owned messaging platform not to introduce the feature in India until discussions with authorities are completed, citing concerns that usernames could increase the risk of online fraud, impersonation and phishing. WhatsApp had sought… Continue reading "Government reviews WhatsApp’s response on proposed username feature"