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India raises security concerns over new WhatsApp feature
India has warned Meta that WhatsApp’s planned username feature could fuel phishing, impersonation, and cyber fraud, seeking a response within three days
India has raised concerns over the roll-out of usernames by messaging app WhatsApp, calling it a potential cybersecurity risk.
In a notice to Meta, which owns WhatsApp, New Delhi said on Wednesday t…
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