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‘Cleaning Superstore’: warning over missed delivery text scam on WhatsApp
TechnologyThe Guardian3d ago

‘Cleaning Superstore’: warning over missed delivery text scam on WhatsApp

The text mimics a common fraud, but differs in that criminals appear to have hacked a genuine business account John the delivery driver has tried to drop off something at your home from a company called Cleaning Superstore but you missed him, according to the message you have received via WhatsApp. Although you cannot remember buying anything from the company, the text appears to have come from a legitimate WhatsApp account so you try to rearrange delivery by clicking the link provided. Cont...

No change in SIM-binding directions to platforms: Scindia
Technologyhindu6d ago

No change in SIM-binding directions to platforms: Scindia

The November 2025 order, due for compliance this month, will not be extended, says Communications Minister. He says ‘national security’ and ‘fraud’ were considered in issuing this order, which WhatsApp parent Meta has pushed back on through industry associations.

Police responder to 2017 London Bridge attack sacked for ‘derogatory’ language
PoliticsThe GuardianThe Independent10d ago2 sources

Police responder to 2017 London Bridge attack sacked for ‘derogatory’ language

DC Mark Luker used offensive language about Romas, Gypsies and Travellers in a WhatsApp group A police officer who was one of the first on the scene of the 2017 London Bridge terror attack has been sacked for gross misconduct after using “derogatory” language about Romas, Gypsies and Travellers. DC Mark Luker of the British Transport Police (BTP) used offensive language in a WhatsApp group he was in with other police officers. Continue reading...

WorldMoscow Times19d ago

Russia Faces Domestic and International Scrutiny

Russia is dealing with internal issues like corruption arrests and attempts to block WhatsApp, while also facing international incidents such as an Estonian deportation for alleged spying, diminished presence at the Olympics, and calls for the release of a climate advocate.

Quiet gatekeeping of global Internet
Technologypunch-ng1d ago

Quiet gatekeeping of global Internet

Meta’s partnerships with telcos create a form of digital gatekeeping, prioritizing WhatsApp traffic and threatening net neutrality and fair competition. Read More: https://punchng.com/quiet-gatekeeping-of-global-internet/

WhatsApp, Robert?
Politicsthe-shift-news3d ago

WhatsApp, Robert?

“Do you communicate with judges via WhatsApp?” Prime Minister Robert Abela was asked by journalists after the damning revelations by sitting judge Lawrence Mintoff. Squirming uncomfortably, Abela dodged the question: “I am surprised that this question was not put to Joe Giglio.” Perhaps that’s because no sitting judge released a sworn statement declaring that Giglio … Continued

TechnologyDW8d ago

YouTube and WhatsApp Blocked in Russia

Russia has blocked access to YouTube and WhatsApp, adding to a growing list of websites and messenger apps made inaccessible in the country, prompting users to seek workarounds and raising concerns about internet freedom.

Political Dispute in Vila Franca City Council
Politicsobservador9d ago

Political Dispute in Vila Franca City Council

A heated dispute has erupted between Barreira Soares and Fernando Paulo Ferreira in the Vila Franca City Council, involving accusations of 'lack of courage and character' and discussions about WhatsApp, ChatGPT, and staffing.