Govt directs Meta not to roll out WhatsApp username feature, seeks explanation in 3 days
•India's government has halted WhatsApp's new username feature, demanding a detailed explanation within three days.
•Officials are concerned about impersonation, fraud, and weakened accountability, as users could be misled by similar-looking usernames.
•Cybersecurity experts and startup founders echo these fears, warning of potential scams and a decline in public trust.
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India's government has halted WhatsApp's new username feature, demanding a detailed explanation within three days. Officials are concerned about impersonation, fraud, and weakened accountability, as users could be misled by similar-looking usernames. Cybersecurity experts and startup founders echo these fears, warning of potential scams and a decline in public trust.المصدر: Times of India | Source: Times of India
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