Whatsapp stories - Page 6
WhatsApp security vulnerability could have exploited two billions users
Mon, 6th Sep 2021
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Security vulnerability in WhatsApp's image filter function could have affected over two billion users worldwide. Users advised to update their apps.
Kaspersky uncovers malicious version of Whatsapp mod
Thu, 26th Aug 2021
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Malicious FMWhatsapp mod discovered spreading Triada mobile Trojan, leaving users vulnerable to illegal activity.
Encrypted chat apps doubling as illegal marketplaces
Mon, 17th May 2021
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cybercriminals
Encrypted chat apps are doubling as illegal marketplaces as criminals utilise them to sell illegal goods without fear of content moderation.
New wormable Android malware discovered through auto-replies in WhatsApp
Fri, 9th Apr 2021
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Check Point Research has discovered new malware on Google's Play Store that could spread through WhatsApp messages.
Zendesk launches messaging solution with advanced capabilities
Tue, 2nd Feb 2021
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Zendesk launches messaging solution for enterprise customers to bring simplicity to the enterprise software space.
Users pay with personal data - Kaspersky on WhatsApp move to share data with Facebook
Tue, 19th Jan 2021
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WhatsApp's new terms and conditions, which allow data sharing with Facebook, have sparked criticism among users.
Zendesk, WhatsApp enter partnership to expand customer service offerings
Thu, 12th Nov 2020
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Zendesk partners with WhatsApp to enhance CRM solutions, enabling businesses to provide real-time support through WhatsApp, Messenger, and Instagram.
Facebook launches 'Portal', a new range of video calling devices
Thu, 19th Sep 2019
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book is taking a leap beyond all things social networking – and into smart video calling devices as it tries to take WhatsApp beyond the smartphone.
WhatsApp users warned to change voicemail PINs
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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Attackers are allegedly gaining access to users' WhatsApp accounts by using the default voicemail PIN to access voice authentication codes.
Twilio launches new developer API for WhatsApp platform
Thu, 2nd Aug 2018
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Twilio releases API for WhatsApp, allowing businesses to communicate with customers on the platform. WhatsApp has 1.5 billion users in 100 countries.
Why cybercriminals are corrupting popular social media platforms
Sun, 6th May 2018
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instagram
Fraudsters are targeting legitimate social media platforms to create a new type of fraud market – one that has a global reach.
Behind the WhatsApp 'backdoor' allegations: An expert's opinion
Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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Apple's iMessage made the same tradeoff between ease of use and security, but nobody has accused Apple of backdooring, says ESET.
Beware! New WhatsApp scam offering “free internet without Wi-Fi”
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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WhatsApp keeps on increasing, with deceptive campaigns coming up with with novel ways of luring in victims. Today we will show you a new example.
New WhatsApp scam offering free internet without Wi-Fi
Thu, 12th Jan 2017
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email security
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
Beware the latest WhatsApp scam: promises of free internet sans Wi-Fi entice users, but the magic on offer is just cyber trickery.
WhatsApp shares data with Facebook ahead of monetisation
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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More than two years after its acquisition by Facebook, WhatsApp has seemingly succumbed to the inevitable pressure from its parent company.
Kiwi teachers off to Singapore to bridge online classroom connections
Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
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A select group of New Zealand teachers are off to Singapore to learn, study and bring students' cultural connections online.
Social media platforms causing VoIP revival
Fri, 14th Aug 2015
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In the age of hyper connectivity, VoIP is enjoying a very mainstream renaissance across business and consumer usage.
WhatsApp for iOS updated
Thu, 6th Aug 2015
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WhatsApp's new iOS update boosts user controls with unread markers, chat customisation, video backup, and more.
WhatsApp brings slew of new features to Android
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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Android's WhatsApp now lets users mark chats as 'unread' and customise notifications, even on low data settings.
Mobile and online messaging traffic skyrockets
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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Mobile and online messaging traffic will reach 160 trillion per annum by 2019. This is up from 94.2 trillion this year and equals 438bn daily.