India Concerned About WhatsApp Usernames, Seeks Halt to Rollout

India has requested Meta to halt the rollout of WhatsApp usernames, citing concerns over potential fraud and impersonation, prompting experts to weigh the implications for privacy, safety, and regulation.

7 Jul, 11:34 — 7 Jul, 11:34

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Why India is concerned about WhatsApp usernames - and what it could mean for other countries

India has asked Meta to halt the rollout of WhatsApp usernames over fraud and impersonation concerns. Experts weigh the trade-offs between privacy, safety and regulation.

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