Messenger

Meta is testing WhatsApp interoperability to comply with the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), but privacy-focused apps like Signal and Threema are blocking integration. These providers cite security risks and …

How to Identify if You Have Been Blocked on WhatsApp Users seeking to determine if a contact has blocked them on WhatsApp cannot rely on a single, definitive notification. WhatsApp …

EU Extends Interim Legal Framework for CSAM Scanning on Messaging Platforms European Union ambassadors have agreed to a temporary extension of the legal framework allowing digital platforms to conduct voluntary …

WhatsApp Updates Group Management and Cross-Device Call Features for iOS WhatsApp has rolled out a series of updates for its iOS application, focusing on improved group management and cross-platform call …

Telegram Launches Native Apple Watch App in Version 12.8 Update Telegram has released a fully native Apple Watch application as part of its version 12.8 update, according to a post …

Digital Agreements and Messenger Law: Lessons from the OLG Frankfurt Ruling In an era where business negotiations frequently shift from boardrooms to mobile messaging apps, the legal weight of a …

The Evolution of Secure Communication: Why Signal Remains the Gold Standard In an era where digital privacy is increasingly under siege, the demand for secure messaging platforms has never been …

Germany Debates Regulation of Messaging Apps to Protect Children Federal Education Minister Karin Prien is seeking to regulate messaging services like WhatsApp to better protect children from online risks, sparking …

WhatsApp Plus: Meta’s New Paid Tier and the Introduction of Ads in Europe WhatsApp is evolving beyond its traditionally free model with the introduction of WhatsApp Plus, a premium subscription …

Instagram to End End-to-End Encryption for Direct Messages in 2026 Meta has announced it will discontinue end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for direct messages and calls on Instagram, effective May 8, 2026. …