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"It's just smoke and mirrors" – Over 500 cryptography scientists and researchers slam the EU proposal to scan all your WhatsApp chats

EU Council members are sharing their positions on the latest iteration of the so-called Chat Control bill on September 12, 2025, with adoption expected as early as October 2025 if an agreement is found.

WhatsApp’s ex security chief accuses Meta of putting billions at risk

WhatsApp’s ex security chief accuses Meta of putting billions at risk

Lawsuit claims 100,000 accounts are hacked every day, and that 1,500 Meta engineers had access to sensitive user information

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Nepal scraps social media ban ‘to address demands of Gen-Z’ after 19 killed in deadly protests

Nepal scraps social media ban ‘to address demands of Gen-Z’ after 19 killed in deadly protests

Social media websites working in Nepal after Gen Z protests over frustration with government

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Ex-WhatsApp cybersecurity executive says Meta endangered billions of users in new suit

Attaullah Baig, fired this year for alleged poor performance, said he had warned Mark Zuckerberg engineers had unaudited access to user data

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Ex-WhatsApp Executive Sues Meta Over Alleged Security Failures

The former top security executive at WhatsApp filed Monday a US federal lawsuit alleging that parent company Meta systematically violated cybersecurity regulations and retaliated against him for reporting the failures.

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What Is ICE Doing With This Israeli Spyware Firm?

The Department of Homeland Security restored a $2 million contract with Paragon, maker of the surveillance tool Graphite, despite earlier civil liberties concerns.

X, WhatsApp, YouTube, and other social media platforms go dark in Turkey for 24 hours – and VPN usage spikes

Turkey has been blocking access to all main social media apps amid growing political tensions since the evening of Sunday, September 7, 2025.

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Gen Z Protest in Nepal: What's Happening and Why Does The Govt. Want a Social Media Ban?

Gen Z Protest in Nepal: What's Happening and Why Does The Govt. Want a Social Media Ban?

Gen Z in Nepal is protesting a social media ban imposed by the government after platforms failed to register. What began as a digital rights protest has grown into a broader movement against corruption.

International Business Times UK

WhatsApp adding a feature upgrade only iPhone owners can truly enjoy

WhatsApp adding a feature upgrade only iPhone owners can truly enjoy

WhatsApp is reportedly adding support for Live Photos on iOS

What’s happening in Nepal? How social media ban sparked deadly protests over corruption and nepotism

What’s happening in Nepal? How social media ban sparked deadly protests over corruption and nepotism

Protests over online restrictions spiral into deadly clashes with police in Kathmandu

The Independent UK

Turkey Blocks X, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp Amid Opposition Rallies

Turkey Blocks X, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp Amid Opposition Rallies

Turkey restricted access to major social media platforms as political tensions flared, even as new data showed the country's economy growing faster than Europe's largest economies.

At least 19 killed in ‘gen Z’ protests against Nepal’s social media ban

At least 19 killed in ‘gen Z’ protests against Nepal’s social media ban

Many demonstrators say they are also on the streets over corruption and nepotism they allege is rampant

The Guardian - UK

Join The Independent’s money-saving WhatsApp channel for the latest deals from our consumer editor

Join The Independent’s money-saving WhatsApp channel for the latest deals from our consumer editor

Never miss a bargain or saving hack again, with daily updates from Sabrina Sahota

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WhatsApp patches exploit allowing hackers to target Apple users

WhatsApp patches exploit allowing hackers to target Apple users

WhatsApp has patched a security vulnerability that allowed sophisticated attacks against the Apple devices of “specific targeted users.”

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Urgent WhatsApp update issued for iPhone and Mac users

Some Apple users may have already been exploited in ‘zero-click’ attack, app warns

‘Trial at natural pace’: What HC said while denying bail to Umar, Sharjeel, others

Hearing the bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam and seven others accused in the Delhi riots conspiracy case, the Delhi High Court on Tuesday denied them relief, according to LiveLaw.

How to protect yourself from the WhatsApp scam that steals your identity and asks contacts for money

Hackers are use WhatsApp video calls to steal accounts and ask for money.

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

Flaw reportedly required no interaction from the victim.

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No moaning about the teachers and definitely no nudes! How to survive the school WhatsApp group

With the new school year starting next week, parents’ WhatsApp groups are pinging back into action. Here are the rules you must follow to avoid disaster

Chat Control: The list of countries opposing the law grows, but support remains strong

EU members need to vote on the controversial child sexual abuse (CSAM) scanning bill again on October 14, but national pressure is swaying the results. Here's what we know.

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

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.

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

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

QMMM Holdings Under Scrutiny As Report Exposes WhatsApp Stock Promotion Campaign: The Bear Cave Flags 'Severe Stock Collapse' Risk

QMMM Holdings (NASDAQ:QMMM), a Cayman Islands holding company, is facing serious allegations of stock manipulation, with financial research firm The Bear Cave warning of a “near-term, severe stock collapse.”

Wellyx Releases Customization and Communication Upgrades to Help Gyms Stand Out and Connect Better

Wellyx launches Custom Widgets & WhatsApp Integration, giving gyms full brand control, real-time messaging, and seamless member engagement tools.

Nobody asked for this –Spotify gets new Messages feature as fans wait in vain for HiFi upgrade

Spotify has announced a new Messages feature for its free and Premium users that lets you DM friends, but fans aren't convinced.

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