Meta controls some of the most popular messaging apps in the world, including Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp. Even though Instagram isn't a messaging-first app, it's also commonly used for that.

WhatsApp criticised Russia's decision to ban the messaging app, saying the move would cut over 100 million users from “private and secure” communication, and could also lead to “less safety” for ...

Why WhatsApp Is Banned In Russia: In a major development, the Russian government has banned WhatsApp in order to tighten control over the internet and online communications. Moscow’s state media ...

MOSCOW - US messenger app WhatsApp, owned by Meta Platforms, accused authorities in Russia on Feb 12 of trying to fully block its service in order to drive Russians to a state-owned app, which it ...

WhatsApp said the Moscow has fully blocked its services in Russia, to promote a state-sponsored 'super' app called Max. The move has impacted 100 million users. (Reuters / Thomas White / File photo) ...

Russia on Thursday confirmed that it had blocked WhatsApp in the country. The Kremlin said citizens can use a state-backed messenging service instead. WhatsApp issued a statement saying Russia had ...

Social media platform WhatsApp on Thursday accused Russian authorities of trying to block the service as part of an effort to exert more control over the country’s internet sphere. “The Russian ...

Russia has attempted to "fully block" Meta Platforms-owned WhatsApp in the country, a company spokesperson told Reuters on Wednesday, as it has been promoting home-grown platforms and seeks greater ...

A chartered accountant in Delhi fell victim to cyber fraud after being lured into downloading a malicious file sent via WhatsApp. The fraudsters promised to increase her credit card limit, but within ...

The ICC has unveiled the broadcast plans for the T20 World Cup 2026, featuring 20 teams and 55 matches, running from February 7 to March 8.

Did our AI summary help? WhatsApp may soon give users a new reason to pay for the app. According to a report by WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is working on an optional premium subscription that will unlock a ...