username feature
Coverage of username feature in the Nexus archive.
- Govt. receives WhatsApp’s reply on notice over ‘username’ feature
The government received a response from WhatsApp regarding a notice about its 'username' feature. A senior official stated the Ministry is reviewing the company's reply.
- WhatsApp's reply on notice over 'username' feature due July 9: IT Secretary
WhatsApp has requested additional time to respond to a notice regarding its 'username' feature, with a reply due on July 9. The company assured the Indian government it will not implement the feature in the country until discussions are finalized.
- After WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal receive notices on username feature
Telegram and Signal received notices regarding their username feature, following WhatsApp's directive to pause a similar feature due to scam and impersonation concerns. Spokespersons for Telegram and Signal did not immediately comment.
- Watch: Explained: why is the Indian govt telling Whatsapp to put its new username feature on hold?
WhatsApp plans to introduce a feature allowing users to communicate via usernames instead of phone numbers. The Indian Union government has asked the platform to delay this rollout, raising concerns about the potential implications.
- Govt issues notice to WhatsApp over username feature
The Union government issued a notice to WhatsApp regarding its username feature due to concerns about impersonation. The feature was scheduled to be rolled out in the coming months.