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Tuesday, January 14, 2025

TikTok’s looming ban deadline spurs calls for extension

Lawmakers urge Biden to extend TikTok's January 19 deadline, warning of severe consequences for 170 million U.S. users if a ban takes effect.

Musk eyed as potential buyer for TikTok’s U.S. operations amid looming ban

Chinese officials consider Elon Musk buying TikTok's U.S. operations to avoid a ban amid ongoing legal and geopolitical challenges.

PIA faces backlash over Paris flight Ad

PIA's Paris flight resumption faces backlash over a controversial ad sparking online comparisons to tragic events.

WhatsApp adds event creation to individual chats

WhatsApp adds event creation in individual chats, making planning and coordination easier with date, location, and virtual meeting options.

Zuckerberg nixes ‘politically biased’ factchecking

Facebook’s parent company will replace the program with Musk-inspired ‘community notes’ in the US

WhatsApp’s new feature: Greater control over animated content

WhatsApp's new feature lets users control autoplay settings for emojis, stickers, and GIFs, offering a more personalized chat experience.

WhatsApp tests reverse image search feature

WhatsApp tests reverse image search and adds document scanning to improve privacy and combat misinformation.

WhatsApp rolls out AR effects and scanning for iOS users

The latest update arrives just in time for the New Year celebrations, bringing festive-themed features to enhance video calls and messaging.

WhatsApp celebrates the festive season with new features

As the festive season approaches, WhatsApp is rolling out exciting updates to enhance user experience and make celebrations more interactive.

WhatsApp secures landmark legal victory against NSO group

NSO Group has faced mounting scrutiny for its spyware’s role in human rights abuses and authoritarian surveillance worldwide.

WhatsApp makes group alerts easier than ever

This new feature is being rolled out with WhatsApp Beta version 2.24.26.17, available via the Google Play Beta Program.

Bans and beyond: Is no social media for children the future?

Several countries in Europe and around the world could follow Australia in enforcing limits on social media use for children