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Facebook Fined $122.5M For WhatsApp Takeover In Europe, Says Misinformation "Not Intentional"
The European Commission has fined the social networking giant 110 million Euros ($122.5 million) for misleading information it filed regarding its takeover of messaging app WhatsApp.
Encryption Debate: Senate Staffers Can Now Communicate Through Encrypted App Signal
The U.S. Senate sergeant at arms has approved the use of encrypted messaging app Signal for Senate staffers, Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., revealed in a letter.
WhatsApp Scam: Text Message Offers Free Year Of Netflix, Steals User Information
There is a new WhatsApp scam users should be concerned about: a campaign promising a free one-year subscription to Netflix. However, the WhatsApp scam actually steals your personal information.
WhatsApp Encryption: UK Law May Allow Government To Demand Backdoor In Encryption Apps
WhatsApp messages, and the encryption that protects their privacy, could soon have back doors in the U.K. thanks to a new law.
WhatsApp Down, Not Connecting: Outage For Popular Chat App Reported By Users
The mobile chat program WhatsApp is currently down and not connecting, according to user reports.
How To Get Siri To Read Out Your WhatsApp Messages
The feature is available to iPhone users who have updated their phones to iOS 10.3.
Are Your Emails Private? Americans Aren't Taking Cyber-Security Seriously, Poll Says
A large minority of Americans have been more cautious about their emails in the wake of the 2016 U.S. Presidential election, but few are taking cyber security seriously.
Prviacy Vs. Security: Poll Finds Most People Would Sacrifice Privacy To Stop Terrorist Attacks
A new poll finds most adults in the United Kingdom are willing to sacrifice personal privacy in exchange for security, but the trade-off isn't that clear.
Telegram App Introduces Encrypted Voice Calls To Compete With WhatsApp, Signal
Popular messaging app Telegram launches encrypted voice calling feature to compete with WhatsApp, Signal and Viper.
WhatsApp In London: UK Officials Call For Encryption Backdoor After Westminster Attack
Government officials are again calling on technology companies to provide government backdoors to access encrypted messages following the terrorist attack in London.
WhatsApp Bringing Back About Status Feature Following Backlash Over Snapchat Stories Clone
WhatsApp is listening to its users, so the cross-platform instant messaging app is bringing back an old feature.
Facebook Stories: Launch Of Snapchat-Like Story Feature Starts
Facebook is expanding the beta of its Snapchat-like Stories to more countries in advance of its eventual global launch.
WhatsApp, Telegram Exploit Would Have Allowed Hackers To Access Data By Sending Malicious Files
Opening a file, such as an image, on encrypted messaging apps WhatsApp and Telegram would have allowed hackers to take over your account and private data, researchers say.
Viber Accused Of Copying Snapchat Features In New iOS, Android App Updates
Viber just updated its Android and iOS apps with new features. Sadly, the free messaging and calling app is being accused of copying such features from social network/chat app Snapchat.
Hangouts vs. Slack: How Do Chat And Meet Compare With Messaging App?
By adding the Chat and Meet features in its Hangouts app, the tech giant is leaning toward the business user.
Future Of Snapchat? Shares Of Snap Inc Down 12% Less Than A Week After IPO
A lack of shareholder voting rights and profit may be driving investors away from buying the less-than-one-week-old stock.
WikiLeaks Vault 7, Year Zero: CIA Can Hack iOS, Android Devices, Access Encrypted Messaging Apps Like WhatsApp, Alleged Documents Say
The cache from WikiLeaks, dubbed Vault 7, includes 8,761 files that focus primarily on the CIA’s “hacking arsenal.”
How Much Is Snapchat Worth? Stock Price Of App Might Cost More Than It Should
The company's share price shot up on its first day of trading, but some were a bit skeptical.
How Much Will Snapchat's Stock Cost? IPO Share Price Could Be Anywhere From $11 To $18
Some fear fierce competition on the advertising market, especially from tech copycats imitating Snapchat's features.
Google Names Default Messaging App Android Messages, Replacing Messenger
Google already has three messaging apps apart from Android messages — Hangouts, Allo and Duo.
Can Your iPhone Be Hacked? Cellebrite Says It Can Crack iPhone 6, 6 Plus Devices
Cellebrite, an Israel-based cybersecurity firm, announced on Thursday it has added the capability to crack a number of locked Apple devices running iOS, including the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.
Is Your Smartphone Spying On You? Phone Cameras, Microphones At Risk Of Hacking, Expert Says
For cybersecurity analysts, a smartphone's physical features and hardware like the microphone and camera are prone to exploits from hackers.
What Is WhatsApp Status? Everything To Know About The New Feature And How It Compares To Snapchat
The introduction of a new feature is yet another instance of Facebook or one of its subsidiaries copying rival app Snapchat.
WhatsApp Gets Instagram, Snapchat Stories-Like Feature In Latest Update
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update to its apps, and this one comes with a feature that functions just like the Stories feature of Instagram and Snapchat.
WhatsApp Update: How To Activate Two-Step Verification Feature Of Messaging App
WhatsApp is finally rolling out its two-step verification feature to its messaging app. Here's how you can activate it.
Google Launches Android Wear 2.0; Comes With Play Store, Updated Google Fit And More
After being delayed for months, Google's Android Wear 2.0 will soon be available as an update for some aging smartwatches.
Encryption Software, Messaging Apps Being Used By Fed Employees For Fear Of Losing Jobs, Report Says
Federal Employees are using private emails and encryption messaging apps to communicate with each other regarding Trump's new executive orders.
Viber iOS, Android App Update Comes With Self-Destructing Messages, Other Features
The latest update for Viber brings a new feature that allows users to send self-destructing messages to their contacts.
WhatsApp Status Resembling Snapchat Stories, Revoking Messages In New Beta Update
If you send a message by accident via WhatsApp, you might soon be able revoke it.
WhatsApp Beta For iOS Reveals Live Location Tracking, Edit And Recall Of Sent Messages
Some long-awaited features, like the ability to edit or recall sent messages, may be included in the official update when it releases.