Messaging

WhatsApp rolls out newspaper ads with tips for users to fight false information

It almost appears that WhatsApp is doing its bit to solve its own fake news problem.

Google will be stopping all investments in messaging app Allo, as it focusses all energies on the upcoming 'Chat' app

The move is necessary, said the report, because Google is going all in on Rich Communication Services (RCS).

'Chat' is the latest attempt by Google at streamlining Android messaging and a probable response to Apple's iMessage

Google has plans of making the default messaging service on your smartphone called 'Messages' to be as good as the current messaging services.

Your complete guide to WhatsApp Business: How it works and what sets it apart from the standard app

It feels a bit rudimentary at the moment, but with messaging features onboard, WhatsApp Business has plenty of chances of turning into something really big.

WhatsApp beta update suggest Facebook stickers, group calling option and more

WhatsApp had earlier confirmed about the group voice calls. The new beta update too hints of group video and voice call in the app.

Russian communications watchdog threatens to ban Telegram app over lack of compliance

The app is one of several targeted in a legal crackdown by Russian authorities on the internet and on social media sites in particular.

WeChat launches a new feature to fight fake news

The new feature of WeChat will notify users if a piece of news that they have received is deemed fake by Chinese censors, police or official media outlets, reports Efe news.

WhatsApp restored its services after suffering a worldwide outage

WhatsApp, a popular messaging service owned by Facebook Inc, suffered a widespread global outage on Wednesday that lasted for several hours.

WhatsApp for Business is coming; pilot-tests to begin with India: Report

WhatsApp for Business is said to be a separate app that will give small business owners better control over their conversations and engage with a larger groups of users.

BlackBerry Eyes Spin Off Of Messaging Service

The subsidiary would be called BBM Inc, says the Wall Street Journal.