WhatsApp Events Feature Expands to Non-Users with New Hub
WhatsApp has updated its Events tool to let non-users view invitations and RSVP without installing the app, alongside a new hub for managing gatherings.
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Meta Expands AI Agent Integration for WhatsApp Business Setup and Management
Meta has introduced an MCP server that lets AI assistants automate WhatsApp Business setup, API registration, and template management for developers.
META Introduces Tiered Meta One Subscriptions for AI Tools and Businesses
META has launched tiered Meta One subscription plans ranging from $7.99 to $499 per month, combining advanced AI tools with premium business features.
OpenAI Adds Custom Transparent Sticker Creation to ChatGPT for Messaging Apps
OpenAI has rolled out custom transparent sticker creation in ChatGPT, enabling users to export personalized packs directly to WhatsApp and iMessage.
WhatsApp Upgrades Security With Alphanumeric Passwords and Multiple Passkeys
WhatsApp upgraded its account security settings by adding alphanumeric password support for two-step verification and multi-device passkey options.
WhatsApp Adds @all Mentions and Poll Updates to Group Chats
WhatsApp has rolled out new updates for group chats, including @all mentions that override mute settings, anonymous polls, and quick splinter group creation.
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Meta Tests On-Device AI to Detect WhatsApp Scams
Meta is testing an optional Scam Alert feature on WhatsApp that uses on-device machine learning to flag suspicious messages and protect users from fraud.
WhatsApp Username Feature Raises Security Concerns in Somalia and India
The upcoming WhatsApp username feature has sparked security worries in Somalia and India over potential difficulties in tracking cybercriminals and militants.
WhatsApp to Raise Minimum iPhone System Requirements in November 2026
WhatsApp will require iPhones to run iOS 15.5 or later starting November 30, 2026, affecting both personal and business users.
Meta Launches Incognito Mode for WhatsApp and Meta AI App
Meta rolls out incognito chat mode on WhatsApp and Meta AI app, allowing private conversations processed in secure systems. The feature supports sensitive discussions about health, finances, and career.
WhatsApp Launches Parent-Managed Accounts for Pre-Teens with PIN Controls and Activity Alerts
WhatsApp has begun rolling out parent-managed accounts for children under 13, giving parents PIN-protected controls over contacts, groups, and activity alerts while preserving end-to-end encryption.
Al-Haramain WhatsApp Service Launches to Support Pilgrims Around the Clock
The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque launched the Al-Haramain WhatsApp service on February 17, 2026. The platform supports seven languages and operates around the clock via +966125746236.
Social media scams put users’ data at risk, Kaspersky warns
June 30, 2025 In the context of World Social Media Day, celebrated on June 30, Kaspersky warns of fraudulent websites created to steal users’ personal data. Kaspersky experts warn of a wave of scams using social engineering and phishing techniques on social media and messaging apps to steal credentials and distribute malware. Taking advantage of […]
Aramex Partners with Sprinklr to Enhance Customer Experience in Over 65 Countries
Aramex has expanded its partnership with Sprinklr to transform its customer experience across more than 65 countries. By leveraging Sprinklr’s Unified-CXM platform, Aramex has optimized digital customer interactions, automating 99% of customer cases and saving over a million agent hours annually.
GoDaddy launches “Show in Bio” Tool
1 in 5 small businesses are run on social media, GoDaddy research finds JEDDAH, April 8, 2025 — How a small business presents and sells its offerings can be the difference between success and failure. GoDaddy has launched Show in Bio to help small businesses increase sales and stand out on social media. This affordable […]
Launching Saudi Arabia’s First Generative AI-Powered Automotive AI Agent: Petromin and Gupshup Drive Innovation in Customer Experience
Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 13 January 2025– Petromin Corp, a global leader in mobility solutions, has partnered with Gupshup, the leading conversational AI platform, to introduce PETROMINit!, a first-of-its-kind advanced Customer Service AI Agent in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The AI Agent leverages Generative AI capabilities on Gupshup Conversation Cloud to offer seamless and […]