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Meta (META) WhatsApp Usernames Raise Cybersecurity Concerns in India
Meta Platforms (META) has defended its rollout of usernames for WhatsApp amid concerns from the Indian government that it may increase cybercrime. The usernames will require a phone number for account activation, aiming to enhance user privacy. However, the Indian government noted a sharp rise in cyber-enabled financial crime, with incidents more than doubling from 1 million in 2022 to nearly 2.3 million in 2024. Meta has been instructed to pause the feature rollout until it addresses these concerns, highlighting the balance between user privacy and security.
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Meta (META) Introduces AI Agents for WhatsApp Business Users
Meta (META) is integrating AI agents into WhatsApp to assist business users, responding to demand from the platform's 3.5 billion global users. Naomi Gleit, Meta's head of product, stated that these agents will perform tasks beyond basic interactions, enhancing efficiency for firms. The company plans to charge businesses for this service, aiming to support their customer engagement effectively. This innovation could significantly impact how small to medium enterprises manage communications and improve customer service.
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