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WhatsApp Adds Advanced Chat Privacy Feature to Block Chat Exports, Disable Automatic Media Downloads
WhatsApp has introduced the "Advanced Chat Privacy" feature that adds an extra layer of protection to one-on-one and group conversations. The new privacy and security feature is designed to prevent attempts to save media and export chat content. WhatsApp already offers end-to-end encryption for messages and calls.
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Apple Follows Google in Blocking 14 Unregistered Crypto Exchange Apps in South Korea
This week, Apple removed 14 crypto exchange apps from its App Store in South Korea for not being in compliance with the country’s licensing regime. KuCoin and MEXC are among the impacted apps. Unregistered crypto businesses lack government protection and can pose financial risks to the users – which is why South Korea believes in cutting access...
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Google Chrome Fixes 23-Year-Old Bug That Let Sites See Your Previously Visited Links
Google Chrome is set to fix a 23-year-old privacy bug that allowed malicious sites to track users' browsing history. Earlier measures partially addressed the issue, but Google says Chrome version 136, launching this month, will block exploits used to identify visited links. This update marks a significant advancement in user privacy protection.
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WhatsApp for Android Said to Be Testing Advanced Chat Privacy Feature to Limit Message Sharing
WhatsApp is said to be developing a new feature for its Android app which adds another layer of privacy in conversations. According to a feature tracker, the Meta-owned instant messaging platform’s Advanced Chat Privacy feature may let users restrict the media they share with others from being automatically saved to the recipient’s gallery. It ...
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Google to Ramp Up Android Security With New Features for App Developers
Google is introducing measures to combat malicious and fraudulent apps on the Play Store. These include improved pre-review checks for developers, enhancing the Play Integrity API to block harmful apps outside the store, and expanded live threat detection to spot fake financial apps. Additionally, new badges will validate specific app categories, t...
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Google Play Store Blocks 17 Unregistered Crypto Exchanges in South Korea, Apple May Follow
Google Play has restricted access to 17 foreign crypto exchanges in South Korea, including KuCoin, in compliance with a regulatory directive. These exchanges can no longer be installed on Android devices within the country. The move aligns with South Korea’s efforts to regulate the digital asset market and enforce compliance among overseas platfo...
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South Korea Spy Agency Says DeepSeek 'Excessively' Collects Personal Data
The National Intelligence Service (NIS) said it sent an official notice to government agencies last week urging them to take security precautions over the DeepSeek Artificial Intelligence (AI) app.
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Italy's Regulator Blocks Chinese AI App DeepSeek on Data Protection
Italy's data protection authority, the Garante has directed DeepSeek to restrict its AI assistant in Italy. The Garante's order - aimed at protecting Italian users' data - came after the Chinese companies that supply the DeepSeek chatbot service provided information that "was considered to totally insufficient."
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DeepSeek Blocked on App Store, Google Play Store in Italy
DeepSeek could not be accessed on Wednesday in Apple and Google app stores in Italy. Ireland's Data Protection Commission said it had also requested information from DeepSeek about data processing in relation to Irish users.
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Jack Dorsey’s Block Introduces Codename Goose, an Open-Source AI Agent That Can Automate Coding Tasks
Jack Dorsey’s Block introduced an artificial intelligence (AI) agent dubbed Codename Goose on Tuesday. The parent company of mobile payments system Cash App, point-of-sale service Square, and music streaming platform Tidal, has now released an open-source AI agent that can handle software development tasks. The agent comes with compatibility for ...
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Footwear Trends 2025: Explore The Top Trends And Deals On Footwear On Myntra
Footwear trends for 2025 are redefining comfort and style, and Myntra's footwear sale is the perfect opportunity to elevate your collection. From chic sliders to elegant block heels, these deals cover it all.
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Truecaller Rolls Out Real-Time Caller ID and Automatic Blocking of Spam Calls for iPhone
For a long time, Truecaller had been peripherally equipped for the iPhone due to Apple’s stringent walled garden, but not anymore. The company on Wednesday announced that it is rolling out API support for iPhone that will enable features such as real-time caller identification and automatic blocking of spam telephone calls on Apple devices.
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How to Block Jio SIM if Lost or Stolen Using Different Methods
Losing a Jio SIM card can expose you to risks like unauthorized usage of your personal information. Jio provides multiple ways to block your SIM quickly, including calling customer care, using the MyJio app, visiting their website, or sending an email. Additionally, you can block your SIM by visiting a Jio store with your ID proof. If you’ve lost...
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Comfort Meets Chic: How To Choose The Perfect Pair Of Pumps And Peeptoes
When it comes to footwear, pumps and peep-toes offer the perfect balance between style and comfort. From finding the right fit to selecting the most versatile styles, learn how to choose the ideal footwear for any occasion.
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Google Play Store, Apple's App Store Remove Multiple VPN Applications in India: Report
Several VPN apps have reportedly been removed from the Google Play Store and Apple's App Store in India, marking the first crackdown since the government issued rules in 2022, requiring VPN providers to collect and store customer details. Despite closing physical servers in response to a government order issued two years ago, some VPN providers sti...
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WhatsApp Adds Advanced Chat Privacy Feature to Block Chat Exports, Disable Automatic Media Downloads
WhatsApp has introduced the "Advanced Chat Privacy" feature that adds an extra layer of protection to one-on-one and group conversations. The new privacy and security feature is designed to prevent attempts to save media and export chat content. WhatsApp already offers end-to-end encryption for messages and calls.
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Apple Follows Google in Blocking 14 Unregistered Crypto Exchange Apps in South Korea
This week, Apple removed 14 crypto exchange apps from its App Store in South Korea for not being in compliance with the country’s licensing regime. KuCoin and MEXC are among the impacted apps. Unregistered crypto businesses lack government protection and can pose financial risks to the users – which is why South Korea believes in cutting access...
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Google Chrome Fixes 23-Year-Old Bug That Let Sites See Your Previously Visited Links
Google Chrome is set to fix a 23-year-old privacy bug that allowed malicious sites to track users' browsing history. Earlier measures partially addressed the issue, but Google says Chrome version 136, launching this month, will block exploits used to identify visited links. This update marks a significant advancement in user privacy protection.
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WhatsApp for Android Said to Be Testing Advanced Chat Privacy Feature to Limit Message Sharing
WhatsApp is said to be developing a new feature for its Android app which adds another layer of privacy in conversations. According to a feature tracker, the Meta-owned instant messaging platform’s Advanced Chat Privacy feature may let users restrict the media they share with others from being automatically saved to the recipient’s gallery. It ...
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Google to Ramp Up Android Security With New Features for App Developers
Google is introducing measures to combat malicious and fraudulent apps on the Play Store. These include improved pre-review checks for developers, enhancing the Play Integrity API to block harmful apps outside the store, and expanded live threat detection to spot fake financial apps. Additionally, new badges will validate specific app categories, t...
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Google Play Store Blocks 17 Unregistered Crypto Exchanges in South Korea, Apple May Follow
Google Play has restricted access to 17 foreign crypto exchanges in South Korea, including KuCoin, in compliance with a regulatory directive. These exchanges can no longer be installed on Android devices within the country. The move aligns with South Korea’s efforts to regulate the digital asset market and enforce compliance among overseas platfo...
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South Korea Spy Agency Says DeepSeek 'Excessively' Collects Personal Data
The National Intelligence Service (NIS) said it sent an official notice to government agencies last week urging them to take security precautions over the DeepSeek Artificial Intelligence (AI) app.
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Italy's Regulator Blocks Chinese AI App DeepSeek on Data Protection
Italy's data protection authority, the Garante has directed DeepSeek to restrict its AI assistant in Italy. The Garante's order - aimed at protecting Italian users' data - came after the Chinese companies that supply the DeepSeek chatbot service provided information that "was considered to totally insufficient."
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DeepSeek Blocked on App Store, Google Play Store in Italy
DeepSeek could not be accessed on Wednesday in Apple and Google app stores in Italy. Ireland's Data Protection Commission said it had also requested information from DeepSeek about data processing in relation to Irish users.
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Jack Dorsey’s Block Introduces Codename Goose, an Open-Source AI Agent That Can Automate Coding Tasks
Jack Dorsey’s Block introduced an artificial intelligence (AI) agent dubbed Codename Goose on Tuesday. The parent company of mobile payments system Cash App, point-of-sale service Square, and music streaming platform Tidal, has now released an open-source AI agent that can handle software development tasks. The agent comes with compatibility for ...
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Footwear Trends 2025: Explore The Top Trends And Deals On Footwear On Myntra
Footwear trends for 2025 are redefining comfort and style, and Myntra's footwear sale is the perfect opportunity to elevate your collection. From chic sliders to elegant block heels, these deals cover it all.
-
Truecaller Rolls Out Real-Time Caller ID and Automatic Blocking of Spam Calls for iPhone
For a long time, Truecaller had been peripherally equipped for the iPhone due to Apple’s stringent walled garden, but not anymore. The company on Wednesday announced that it is rolling out API support for iPhone that will enable features such as real-time caller identification and automatic blocking of spam telephone calls on Apple devices.
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How to Block Jio SIM if Lost or Stolen Using Different Methods
Losing a Jio SIM card can expose you to risks like unauthorized usage of your personal information. Jio provides multiple ways to block your SIM quickly, including calling customer care, using the MyJio app, visiting their website, or sending an email. Additionally, you can block your SIM by visiting a Jio store with your ID proof. If you’ve lost...
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Comfort Meets Chic: How To Choose The Perfect Pair Of Pumps And Peeptoes
When it comes to footwear, pumps and peep-toes offer the perfect balance between style and comfort. From finding the right fit to selecting the most versatile styles, learn how to choose the ideal footwear for any occasion.
-
Google Play Store, Apple's App Store Remove Multiple VPN Applications in India: Report
Several VPN apps have reportedly been removed from the Google Play Store and Apple's App Store in India, marking the first crackdown since the government issued rules in 2022, requiring VPN providers to collect and store customer details. Despite closing physical servers in response to a government order issued two years ago, some VPN providers sti...
