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Government to Review WhatsApp Username Feature Over Rising Fraud Concerns Amid Privacy Debate

The government is set to review WhatsApp’s upcoming username-based user ID feature amid concerns it may increase online fraud risks. The system aims to enhance privacy by replacing phone numbers with usernames, but critics warn it could enable impersonation, scams, and weaker accountability across digital communication platforms.

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Government to Review WhatsApp Username Feature Over Rising Fraud Concerns Amid Privacy Debate

Why it matters: Research is moving the AI stack right now, and this update helps explain what changed for builders.

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