The Centre is considering a common regulatory framework for messaging platforms after raising concerns over WhatsApp's proposed username feature. The government plans consultations with major platforms before deciding on uniform standards aimed at addressing fraud, impersonation and online safety concerns.
The Centre has directed Meta not to roll out WhatsApp's proposed username feature until consultations are completed, citing concerns over impersonation, phishing and cyber fraud. The government has also sought a detailed explanation within three days, while WhatsApp defended the feature's safeguards
New Delhi: WhatsApp India on Tuesday said that over the next six months, it will make significant investments regarding digital payments on its platform across the country, to accelerate its growth in a market where adoption of unified payments interface (UPI)-based payments has exploded. According to Manesh Mahatme, Director-Payments, WhatsApp India, as the adoption of […]
