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Meta is kicking ChatGPT and Copilot out of WhatsApp – and forcing everyone to use its unpopular AI chatbot instead

By Alex Blake published 28 November 25

ChatGPT and Copilot will leave WhatsApp in 2026 after Meta banned rival chatbots from its app.

WhatsApp security flaw lets experts scrape 3.5 billion user numbers - here's what we know, and how to stay safe

By Efosa Udinmwen published 21 November 25

Study finds WhatsApp contact-discovery flaw allowed scraping of 3.5 billion accounts, exposing metadata and encryption key reuse.

Paragon spyware campaign targeting journalists disrupted by WhatsApp

By Benedict Collins published 3 February 25

Paragon spyware uncovered in PDF files sent to journalists and members of civil society, with WhatsApp issuing a cease-and-desist against the company.

Russian criminal gang Star Blizzard found hitting WhatsApp accounts

By Sead Fadilpašić published 17 January 25

Spear-phishing attack seems to be targeting Western high-profile targets, Microsoft warns.

WhatsApp just made its AI impossible to avoid – but at least you can turn it off

By Eric Hal Schwartz published 8 March 25

WhatsApp is getting an AI-centered widget.

The WhatsApp team is aware that the new Apple Watch app is crashing on certain models – and is 'working quickly' to fix it

By David Nield published 8 November 25

WhatsApp has arrived on the Apple Watch, but some users are unable to get it running properly.

WhatsApp user warning - hackers are hijacking accounts without any need to crack the authentication, so be on your guard

By Efosa Udinmwen published 21 December 25

WhatsApp GhostPairing attacks let hackers hijack accounts using device-linking, exposing messages and media while bypassing authentication completely.

ChatGPT on WhatsApp can now see, hear, and remember your conversations from elsewhere

By Eric Hal Schwartz published 5 February 25

Whatsapp upgrades ChatGPT chatbot with audio and visual uploads and can link to your account.

Russia's Digital Iron Curtain: WhatsApp next on the chopping block

By Rene Millman published 3 December 25

Russia's communications regulator has threatened a complete ban on WhatsApp. The move comes as the Kremlin's crackdown on internet freedom intensifies.

You can now fact check anybody’s post in WhatsApp – here’s how

By Eric Hal Schwartz published 2 May 25

Perplexity’s new WhatsApp integration can provide fact-checks to misinformation.

Meta is spending millions on bug bounties and security tools to boost WhatsApp security

By Sead Fadilpašić, Sead Fadilpašić published 19 November 25

New tools, expanded reach and a boosted bug bounty program are coming for WhatsApp.

WhatsApp users fume over new Meta AI button that you can’t remove – here’s what it does

By Mark Wilson published 10 April 25

WhatsApp has rolled out its controversial Meta AI chatbot update in more countries – and many users aren't happy.

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Iranians asked to delete WhatsApp as internet restrictions intensify

By Chiara Castro published 18 June 25

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WhatsApp’s new AI-powered writing helper could help you avert another awkward conversation disaster

By Alex Blake published 28 August 25

WhatsApp is rolling out an artificial intelligence writing helper that can check and rephrase your texts.

The Indian WhatsApp? Arattai Messenger set to compete with WhatsApp as it surpasses 5 million downloads in just a few days, flying past Telegram, Messenger, and Snapchat

By Efosa Udinmwen published 11 October 25

Arattai Messenger has soared past five million downloads, surpassing Telegram and Snapchat, but faces scrutiny over its incomplete encryption.

EU launches antitrust investigation into Meta’s WhatsApp AI access policy

By Craig Hale published 5 December 25

Europe (and Italy) is worried about WhatsApp’s AI policy and its effects on competition.

Three billion WhatsApp users are at risk - an expert has developed a tool that could spy on everyone, and you would never know about it

By Efosa Udinmwen published 16 December 25

A proof-of-concept tool exploits messaging app receipts to silently track behavior, drain batteries, and increase mobile data usage.

Gemini AI starts riding shotgun on Google Maps

By Eric Hal Schwartz published 31 October 24

Google will replace Google Assistant's control of WhatsApp and Spotify with Gemini Extensions.

WhatsApp security warning - zero-click bug hits Apple users with spyware, so update now

By Sead Fadilpašić published 1 September 25

Flaw reportedly required no interaction from the victim.

Paragon spyware cancels contract with Italian government after targeting journalists and citizens across Europe

By Benedict Collins published 6 February 25

Italian government confirms seven of its citizens were targeted by Paragon spyware.

ChatGPT just powered-up search for everyone, here are all the new features

By Graham Barlow published 29 April 25

ChatGPT just got a big search and WhatsApp upgrade.

“An enormous surveillance potential” – experts have serious concerns about Russia's new WhatsApp rival

By Chiara Castro published 28 August 25

Russia's new WhatsApp rival must be pre-installed on every new device sold in Russia starting from September 1, 2025, but security researchers found "excessive tracking" abilities.

All your messages in one place: the new Besties app for Google Pixel will bring together chats from Google Messages, WhatsApp, and other apps

By Jamie Richards published 11 February 25

Google is adding its new Besties app to Pixel phones, allowing users to centralize messages from their closest friends across various messaging services

Gemini's AI will soon slide into your DMs on WhatsApp and Messages

By Eric Hal Schwartz published 28 August 24

Google Gemini will launch extensions for WhatsApp and Messages apps.

Facebook owner Meta set for $167 million windfall after NSO Group ordered to pay up over WhatsApp spyware campaign

By Craig Hale published 8 May 25

Israel's NSO Group has been ordered to pay over $167 million in damages to Meta over 2019 WhatsApp spyware campaign.

Google Messages could soon follow WhatsApp with an upgrade that makes it much easier to join group chats

By Rowan Davies published 14 March 25

Android Authority has spotted a line in Google Messages' beta that could make it easier for you to add people to group chats.

Google Messages could finally be getting this WhatsApp-style group chat feature

By Jamie Richards published 18 March 25

Google Messages could be getting a new mentions feature similar to apps like WhatsApp, as well as a redesign to coincide with the upcoming release of Android 16, according to some unreleased code.

You can now message ChatGPT on WhatsApp or call it on your landline (if you still have one)

By Eric Hal Schwartz published 18 December 24

OpenAI releases ChatGPT phone number and WhatsApp bot.

Pakistan restricts access to WhatsApp amid anti-government protests

By Chiara Castro last updated 26 November 24

After X, Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky, also WhatsApp cannot be used in Pakistan without a VPN. Yet, VPN usage is also a target.

Meta will ban rival AI chatbots from WhatsApp

By Eric Hal Schwartz published 23 October 25

Meta is shutting out third-party AI chatbots from WhatsApp in favor of Meta AI.

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