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WhatsApp usernames rollout: privacy boost or new cyber risk in India

WhatsApp usernames and how the system changes WhatsApp is introducing usernames that allow users to connect without sharing their phone number directly. This is a major shift for India, where mobile numbers are deeply tied to UPI payments, Aadhaar-linked verification, banking access, and other digital identity systems. The feature does not remove phone numbers from acc

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02 Jul 2026 00:48 AM 3 views

WhatsApp usernames rollout: privacy boost or new cyber risk in India

WhatsApp usernames and how the system changes WhatsApp is introducing usernames that allow users to connect without sharing their phone number directly. This is a major shift for India, where mobile numbers are deeply tied to UPI payments, Aadhaar-linked verification, banking access, and other digital identity systems. The feature does not remove phone numbers from acc

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Meta Invests $900 Million in CRED; Kunal Shah to Lead WhatsApp

Meta will invest $900 million in Bengaluru-based fintech company CRED, while founder Kunal Shah prepares to take charge of WhatsApp globally. The linked announcements place one of India’s best-known startup founders at the center of Meta’s next phase in messaging, business services and digital payments. Watch: Why did Meta choose Kunal Shah to lead WhatsApp? See o

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23 Jun 2026 10:35 AM 6 views

Meta Invests $900 Million in CRED; Kunal Shah to Lead WhatsApp

Meta will invest $900 million in Bengaluru-based fintech company CRED, while founder Kunal Shah prepares to take charge of WhatsApp globally. The linked announcements place one of India’s best-known startup founders at the center of Meta’s next phase in messaging, business services and digital payments. Watch: Why did Meta choose Kunal Shah to lead WhatsApp? See o

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Meta Invests $900 Million in CRED; Kunal Shah to Lead WhatsApp

Meta will invest about $900 million in Indian fintech company CRED as founder Kunal Shah prepares to step away from day-to-day leadership and become WhatsApp’s next leader. The investment and leadership changes were announced on Monday, June 22, 2026. CRED said the financing values the company at $4.5 billion after the investment. The round includes primary and secondary capital and gives Meta an approximately 20% minority stake. Shah will remain a CRED shareholder, while Meta wil

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22 Jun 2026 11:07 AM 16 views

Meta Invests $900 Million in CRED; Kunal Shah to Lead WhatsApp

Meta will invest about $900 million in Indian fintech company CRED as founder Kunal Shah prepares to step away from day-to-day leadership and become WhatsApp’s next leader. The investment and leadership changes were announced on Monday, June 22, 2026. CRED said the financing values the company at $4.5 billion after the investment. The round includes primary and secondary capital and gives Meta an approximately 20% minority stake. Shah will remain a CRED shareholder, while Meta wil

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Indian Techies Race Against 60-Day H-1B Visa Deadline Amid US Tech Layoffs

The latest wave of Silicon Valley layoffs affecting Indian H-1B visa holders has put thousands of Indian techies under extreme pressure. Professionals working at major companies like Meta, Amazon, and LinkedIn now face a ticking 60-day clock to either find a new employer willing to sponsor their visa, switch to another legal status, or leave the United States. In today’s slowing US tech job market, securing H-1B visa transfers or completing interviews and background checks within this short

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21 May 2026 02:23 AM 16 views

Indian Techies Race Against 60-Day H-1B Visa Deadline Amid US Tech Layoffs

The latest wave of Silicon Valley layoffs affecting Indian H-1B visa holders has put thousands of Indian techies under extreme pressure. Professionals working at major companies like Meta, Amazon, and LinkedIn now face a ticking 60-day clock to either find a new employer willing to sponsor their visa, switch to another legal status, or leave the United States. In today’s slowing US tech job market, securing H-1B visa transfers or completing interviews and background checks within this short

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Laid-Off H-1B Workers Face 60-Day Clock as Tech Layoffs Grow

Laid-off H-1B workers are facing a tighter immigration deadline as tech layoffs at Meta, Amazon and Oracle add pressure on Indian professionals living in the United States. For visa-dependent employees, job loss can quickly become a legal, financial and family crisis because the H-1B grace period is limited. Why Laid-Off H-1B Workers Face a 60-Day Deadline US immigration rules generally give H-1B workers up to 60 consecutive days after employme

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20 May 2026 11:55 AM 18 views

Laid-Off H-1B Workers Face 60-Day Clock as Tech Layoffs Grow

Laid-off H-1B workers are facing a tighter immigration deadline as tech layoffs at Meta, Amazon and Oracle add pressure on Indian professionals living in the United States. For visa-dependent employees, job loss can quickly become a legal, financial and family crisis because the H-1B grace period is limited. Why Laid-Off H-1B Workers Face a 60-Day Deadline US immigration rules generally give H-1B workers up to 60 consecutive days after employme

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Silver crosses Rs 4 lakh per kg as global shortage fears and weak rupee fuel rally

Silver prices in India have surged to a historic high, crossing the Rs 4 lakh per kilogram mark in futures trading and pushing up spot prices across major cities. The sudden spike has caught many buyers by surprise, especially as silver was trading at much lower levels just weeks ago. The rally has been sharp and swift, making silver one of the strongest-performing commodities in recent times and raising questions among consumers and investors about whether prices will continue to rise or cor

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29 Jan 2026 06:32 AM 166 views

Silver crosses Rs 4 lakh per kg as global shortage fears and weak rupee fuel rally

Silver prices in India have surged to a historic high, crossing the Rs 4 lakh per kilogram mark in futures trading and pushing up spot prices across major cities. The sudden spike has caught many buyers by surprise, especially as silver was trading at much lower levels just weeks ago. The rally has been sharp and swift, making silver one of the strongest-performing commodities in recent times and raising questions among consumers and investors about whether prices will continue to rise or cor

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India’s Diabetes Crisis: Rising Heart Risks Highlight Urgent Need For Lifestyle Change

Rising Diabetes Burden in India India has seen a rapid increase in diabetes cases over the last two decades. According to ICMR–INDIAB Study, diabetic adults rose from 32 million in 2000 to nearly 90 million in 2024. Approximately 1 in 9 Indian adults now live with diabetes, with numbers projected to exceed 100 million soon. Many cases remain undiagnosed, increasing the risk of complications. Lifest

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14 Nov 2025 00:34 AM 273 views

India’s Diabetes Crisis: Rising Heart Risks Highlight Urgent Need For Lifestyle Change

Rising Diabetes Burden in India India has seen a rapid increase in diabetes cases over the last two decades. According to ICMR–INDIAB Study, diabetic adults rose from 32 million in 2000 to nearly 90 million in 2024. Approximately 1 in 9 Indian adults now live with diabetes, with numbers projected to exceed 100 million soon. Many cases remain undiagnosed, increasing the risk of complications. Lifest

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Meta, Microsoft Warn H-1B Visa Holders: Stay In US Or Return Within 24 Hours

Meta and Microsoft have issued urgent advisories to their H-1B visa employees following US President Donald Trump’s latest immigration crackdown. Internal emails accessed on Saturday revealed that the two tech giants advised foreign workers not to leave the United States for at least 14 days and instructed those currently abroad to return within 24 hours to avoid possible denial of re-entry. Meta’s adviso

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20 Sep 2025 06:42 AM 499 views

Meta, Microsoft Warn H-1B Visa Holders: Stay In US Or Return Within 24 Hours

Meta and Microsoft have issued urgent advisories to their H-1B visa employees following US President Donald Trump’s latest immigration crackdown. Internal emails accessed on Saturday revealed that the two tech giants advised foreign workers not to leave the United States for at least 14 days and instructed those currently abroad to return within 24 hours to avoid possible denial of re-entry. Meta’s adviso

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Lawyer Named Mark Zuckerberg Sues Meta After Facebook Bans Him For Impersonation

An unusual legal battle has emerged in the United States where an Indiana-based attorney named Mark S Zuckerberg has filed a lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of Facebook, for repeatedly banning his account. The lawyer, who has practiced bankruptcy law for nearly 38 years, says Facebook suspended him five times in the past eight years on allegations of impersonating Meta CEO Mark Elliot Zuckerberg. According t

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05 Sep 2025 03:47 AM 647 views

Lawyer Named Mark Zuckerberg Sues Meta After Facebook Bans Him For Impersonation

An unusual legal battle has emerged in the United States where an Indiana-based attorney named Mark S Zuckerberg has filed a lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of Facebook, for repeatedly banning his account. The lawyer, who has practiced bankruptcy law for nearly 38 years, says Facebook suspended him five times in the past eight years on allegations of impersonating Meta CEO Mark Elliot Zuckerberg. According t

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Meta Launches India-First Gaming Accelerator with AI Edge

Meta Platforms has announced the launch of its first-ever Gaming Accelerator program in India, signaling a major investment in the country’s growing game development ecosystem. The program, which targets small and medium game developers and studios, aims to empower Indian talent with cutting-edge tools, AI support, and access to venture capital, placing them on the global gaming map. In the accelerator’s

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17 Jun 2025 08:57 AM 837 views

Meta Launches India-First Gaming Accelerator with AI Edge

Meta Platforms has announced the launch of its first-ever Gaming Accelerator program in India, signaling a major investment in the country’s growing game development ecosystem. The program, which targets small and medium game developers and studios, aims to empower Indian talent with cutting-edge tools, AI support, and access to venture capital, placing them on the global gaming map. In the accelerator’s

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Arun Srinivas Appointed Meta India Head: Leadership Profile

Meta Platforms has announced Arun Srinivas as its new India Head, a move expected to strengthen the company’s position in one of its fastest-growing markets. The decision comes amid the surge in digital advertising in India and Meta’s expanding user base across its platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. With a strong background in FMCG, tech, and private equity, Srinivas brings a blend of strategic vision and operational expertise to the

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16 Jun 2025 09:51 AM 837 views

Arun Srinivas Appointed Meta India Head: Leadership Profile

Meta Platforms has announced Arun Srinivas as its new India Head, a move expected to strengthen the company’s position in one of its fastest-growing markets. The decision comes amid the surge in digital advertising in India and Meta’s expanding user base across its platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. With a strong background in FMCG, tech, and private equity, Srinivas brings a blend of strategic vision and operational expertise to the

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WhatsApp usernames rollout: privacy boost or new cyber risk in India

WhatsApp usernames rollout: privacy boost or new cyber risk in India

Meta Invests $900 Million in CRED; Kunal Shah to Lead WhatsApp

Meta Invests $900 Million in CRED; Kunal Shah to Lead WhatsApp

Meta Invests $900 Million in CRED; Kunal Shah to Lead WhatsApp

Meta Invests $900 Million in CRED; Kunal Shah to Lead WhatsApp

Indian Techies Race Against 60-Day H-1B Visa Deadline Amid US Tech Layoffs

Indian Techies Race Against 60-Day H-1B Visa Deadline Amid US Tech Layoffs

Laid-Off H-1B Workers Face 60-Day Clock as Tech Layoffs Grow

Laid-Off H-1B Workers Face 60-Day Clock as Tech Layoffs Grow

Silver crosses Rs 4 lakh per kg as global shortage fears and weak rupee fuel rally

Silver crosses Rs 4 lakh per kg as global shortage fears and weak rupee fuel rally

India’s Diabetes Crisis: Rising Heart Risks Highlight Urgent Need For Lifestyle Change

India’s Diabetes Crisis: Rising Heart Risks Highlight Urgent Need For Lifestyle Change

Meta, Microsoft Warn H-1B Visa Holders: Stay In US Or Return Within 24 Hours

Meta, Microsoft Warn H-1B Visa Holders: Stay In US Or Return Within 24 Hours

Lawyer Named Mark Zuckerberg Sues Meta After Facebook Bans Him For Impersonation

Lawyer Named Mark Zuckerberg Sues Meta After Facebook Bans Him For Impersonation

Meta Launches India-First Gaming Accelerator with AI Edge

Meta Launches India-First Gaming Accelerator with AI Edge

Arun Srinivas Appointed Meta India Head: Leadership Profile

Arun Srinivas Appointed Meta India Head: Leadership Profile

Frisco Police Involved in Shooting While Serving Felony Warrants, No Officers Injured

China Calls Pentagon Report Irresponsible, Rejects Claims Of Rift With India

World Earth Day 2026: History, Significance and Why It Matters More Than Ever

Nearby super-Earth GJ 3378b raises hopes for habitability

World's largest cricket stadium to be built in Amravati, announces ACA

Karnataka to Ban Social Media Use for Children Under 16: CM Siddaramaiah's Bold Move

Gas leak prompts evacuation at Waller ISD elementary school in Hockley

Putin and Trump discuss Iran tensions and Ukraine in lengthy phone call

Suicide blast in Pakistan’s Bhakkar kills four policemen, security tightened

Jagan Allegedly Boycotts Assembly Sessions, Demands Protocol and Security

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