Tech Meta Offers Free WhatsApp Access to Rival AI Chatbots in Europe Amid EU Scrutiny May 20, 2026 The Universe Meta Platforms has offered rival artificial intelligence chatbots, including those developed by OpenAI, free access to its messaging platform WhatsApp in Europe as the company attempts to address growing regulatory…
Tech Meta Removes End-to-End Encryption From Instagram Direct Messages May 10, 2026 The Universe Meta Platforms has reportedly discontinued end-to-end encryption support for direct messages on Instagram, a decision that has raised concerns among users and digital privacy advocates.
Tech WhatsApp Says Italian Firm Targeted Users With Spyware Disguised as App April 2, 2026 The Universe WhatsApp has revealed that an Italian surveillance company targeted around 200 users by tricking them into downloading a fake version of the app embedded with spyware.
Tech WhatsApp to Launch Parent-Managed Accounts for Children Under 13 March 12, 2026 The Universe Meta Platforms-owned WhatsApp announced on Wednesday that it will introduce parent-managed accounts for children under the age of 13, allowing pre-teens to use the messaging service with strict controls and…
Tech WhatsApp Introduces ‘Strict Account Settings’ to Boost User Protection Against Hackers January 28, 2026 The Universe Meta’s WhatsApp has rolled out a new advanced security feature aimed at users who face heightened digital risks, joining other major U.S. technology firms in offering stronger protections at the…
