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Delhi Government's Talks With Ola, Uber Signal Comeback Of Carpooling
The government held talks with major cab and mobility aggregators, including Ola, Uber and Rapido, as part of its effort to ease traffic congestion and curb rising vehicular emissions, signalling a comeback of carpooling.
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CNAP vs Truecaller: How India’s Official Caller ID System Differs From the Popular App
India’s CNAP (Calling Name Presentation) uses operator-verified SIM records to display caller names at the network level, while Truecaller runs as an app using community data for caller ID, spam detection and insights. CNAP works without Internet, and a broader rollout is expected by early 2026.
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What India's New 'SIM Binding' Rule Means For WhatsApp And Telegram Users
India has mandated an active SIM linkage for messaging apps like WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal to work on a device in the coming days, with the government asserting that 'SIM binding' is essential to plug security gaps cybercriminals exploit.
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Explained: How Will New SIM Binding Rule Affect WhatsApp, Signal, Telegram
SIM binding is a process where a messaging app verifies that the registered SIM card remains active in your device. If the SIM is removed, replaced, or deactivated, the app will stop functioning.
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The End of Anonymous WhatsApp? What the SIM-Binding Rule Means for User Privacy in India
The DoT has issued a new directive that will impact users who access messaging apps across multiple devices. Under the updated rule, instant messaging platforms are required to enable SIM-based login verification. This means services such as WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal must ensure that users have the same active SIM used during account registrat...
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WhatsApp Might Soon Let You Call Other Users By Typing Their Username
WhatsApp has been working on support for usernames for a while, and a feature tracker has spotted signs of support for username-based calling, suggesting future updates may include this functionality. Unlike Signal, which already offers similar features, WhatsApp might introduce a unique element called a “username key,” which could offer better...
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Google Introduces Vibe Coding to Its AI Studio, Lets Users Create AI Apps With Text Prompts
OpenAI is reportedly preparing to introduce targeted ads within ChatGPT. According to The Information, some senior leaders, many of them former Meta employees, see ads as a major revenue opportunity, even suggesting personalisation using the chatbot’s memory data. CEO Sam Altman, once sceptical, now calls ads “somewhat distasteful but not a non...
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OpenAI Could Show Ads on ChatGPT Based on What It Knows About You: Report
OpenAI is reportedly preparing to introduce targeted ads within ChatGPT. According to The Information, some senior leaders — many of them former Meta employees — see ads as a major revenue opportunity, even suggesting personalisation using the chatbot’s memory data. CEO Sam Altman, once sceptical, now calls ads “somewhat distasteful but not...
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WhatsApp Now Lets Beta Testers Add a Link to Their Facebook Profile
WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature in its Android beta that lets users add their Facebook profile links to their WhatsApp info page. The link can be verified through the Accounts Centre or left unverified, and adding it is optional. Users can control who sees the link via privacy settings, sharing it with everyone, contacts, specific people, or ...
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Criminals Offer Reporter 'Life-Changing' Money To Hack BBC: "You'll Never Need To Work Again"
The shocking incident raises concerns about the vulnerability of organisations, even reputable ones like the BBC, to cyber threats.
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Delhi Government's Talks With Ola, Uber Signal Comeback Of Carpooling
The government held talks with major cab and mobility aggregators, including Ola, Uber and Rapido, as part of its effort to ease traffic congestion and curb rising vehicular emissions, signalling a comeback of carpooling.
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CNAP vs Truecaller: How India’s Official Caller ID System Differs From the Popular App
India’s CNAP (Calling Name Presentation) uses operator-verified SIM records to display caller names at the network level, while Truecaller runs as an app using community data for caller ID, spam detection and insights. CNAP works without Internet, and a broader rollout is expected by early 2026.
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What India's New 'SIM Binding' Rule Means For WhatsApp And Telegram Users
India has mandated an active SIM linkage for messaging apps like WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal to work on a device in the coming days, with the government asserting that 'SIM binding' is essential to plug security gaps cybercriminals exploit.
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Explained: How Will New SIM Binding Rule Affect WhatsApp, Signal, Telegram
SIM binding is a process where a messaging app verifies that the registered SIM card remains active in your device. If the SIM is removed, replaced, or deactivated, the app will stop functioning.
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The End of Anonymous WhatsApp? What the SIM-Binding Rule Means for User Privacy in India
The DoT has issued a new directive that will impact users who access messaging apps across multiple devices. Under the updated rule, instant messaging platforms are required to enable SIM-based login verification. This means services such as WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal must ensure that users have the same active SIM used during account registrat...
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WhatsApp Might Soon Let You Call Other Users By Typing Their Username
WhatsApp has been working on support for usernames for a while, and a feature tracker has spotted signs of support for username-based calling, suggesting future updates may include this functionality. Unlike Signal, which already offers similar features, WhatsApp might introduce a unique element called a “username key,” which could offer better...
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Google Introduces Vibe Coding to Its AI Studio, Lets Users Create AI Apps With Text Prompts
OpenAI is reportedly preparing to introduce targeted ads within ChatGPT. According to The Information, some senior leaders, many of them former Meta employees, see ads as a major revenue opportunity, even suggesting personalisation using the chatbot’s memory data. CEO Sam Altman, once sceptical, now calls ads “somewhat distasteful but not a non...
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OpenAI Could Show Ads on ChatGPT Based on What It Knows About You: Report
OpenAI is reportedly preparing to introduce targeted ads within ChatGPT. According to The Information, some senior leaders — many of them former Meta employees — see ads as a major revenue opportunity, even suggesting personalisation using the chatbot’s memory data. CEO Sam Altman, once sceptical, now calls ads “somewhat distasteful but not...
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WhatsApp Now Lets Beta Testers Add a Link to Their Facebook Profile
WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature in its Android beta that lets users add their Facebook profile links to their WhatsApp info page. The link can be verified through the Accounts Centre or left unverified, and adding it is optional. Users can control who sees the link via privacy settings, sharing it with everyone, contacts, specific people, or ...
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Criminals Offer Reporter 'Life-Changing' Money To Hack BBC: "You'll Never Need To Work Again"
The shocking incident raises concerns about the vulnerability of organisations, even reputable ones like the BBC, to cyber threats.
