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fromWIRED
1 week ago

How to Spot and Guard Against Wrong Number Scams

Fraudsters often use unexpected messages to falsely establish connections and request money.
#telegram
more#telegram
Cryptocurrency
fromFortune Crypto
2 weeks ago

Exclusive: Crypto messaging startup Ephemera raises $20 million to challenge Signal and WhatsApp

Ephemera develops a decentralized messaging protocol to challenge centralized messaging platforms like Signal and WhatsApp.
#beeper
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Privacy technologies

Beeper's all-in-one messsaging app relaunches with an on-device model and premium upgrades | TechCrunch

Beeper relaunches with enhanced security and premium features, integrating multiple chat apps under one interface without requiring its cloud services.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago

Automattic-owned Beeper is releasing redesigned desktop and iOS apps | TechCrunch

Beeper has launched redesigned iOS and desktop apps, merging with Texts.com to enhance user experience and security.
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Privacy technologies

Beeper's all-in-one messsaging app relaunches with an on-device model and premium upgrades | TechCrunch

Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
5 months ago

Automattic-owned Beeper is releasing redesigned desktop and iOS apps | TechCrunch

Beeper has launched redesigned iOS and desktop apps, merging with Texts.com to enhance user experience and security.
more#beeper
Productivity
fromInfoWorld
2 weeks ago

JavaScript, MacOS lead usage in worldwide developer survey

Most respondents regularly use Jira, Slack, and WhatsApp for productivity and messaging.
#cybersecurity
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

WhatsApp just got banned on Capitol Hill. Here's how you can make the Meta messaging platform more secure

fromFuturism
2 months ago
US news

The Trump Administration Switched to a Sketchy Signal Clone and It Got Hacked, Leaking Messages

fromFast Company
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

WhatsApp just got banned on Capitol Hill. Here's how you can make the Meta messaging platform more secure

US news
fromFuturism
2 months ago

The Trump Administration's Chat Hack Is Starting to Sound Really Bad

A cybersecurity breach involving the Israeli messaging app TeleMessage has exposed sensitive data of over 60 Trump administration officials.
US news
fromFuturism
2 months ago

The Trump Administration Switched to a Sketchy Signal Clone and It Got Hacked, Leaking Messages

The messaging app clone of Signal used by Mike Waltz was hacked, exposing significant security vulnerabilities.
more#cybersecurity
#whatsapp
Web frameworks
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

WhatsApp is working on video and voice calls on the web

WhatsApp's web client may soon enable voice and video calls, enhancing communication versatility across devices.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Hacker News
3 months ago

WhatsApp Launches Private Processing to Enable AI Features While Protecting Message Privacy

WhatsApp introduces Private Processing, enabling AI features while maintaining user privacy through secure message handling.
more#whatsapp
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Iran throttles internet access to stop purported Israeli cyberattacks

The Iranian government is urging citizens to delete WhatsApp, claiming it has been weaponized by Israel, despite the app's denial of these allegations.
Digital life
Digital life
fromMashable India
1 month ago

Russia Considers Replacing WhatsApp with Homegrown 'Vlad's App'

Russia is set to introduce a state-controlled messaging app, 'Vlad's App', as part of its strategy to reduce reliance on foreign communication platforms.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Apple is bringing polls to iMessage | TechCrunch

Apple introduces polls to iMessage, responding to user demand and aligning with features in other messaging apps.
Mobile UX
fromBenji
1 month ago

Honkish

Honk's unique chat interface emphasized real-time communication and presence over traditional messaging app layouts.
fromWIRED
2 months ago

The Trump Administration Sure Is Having Trouble Keeping Its Comms Private

Mike Waltz's use of the hacked TeleMessage app highlights significant vulnerabilities in the security of government communications and raises questions about their overall privacy.
Marketing tech
#skype
European startups
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Skype is shutting down. If you still use it, like I do, here are some alternatives

Skype revolutionized global communication through its VOIP services but will shut down in 2025 due to market saturation and competition.
European startups
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Skype is shutting down. If you still use it, like I do, here are some alternatives

Skype revolutionized global communication through its VOIP services but will shut down in 2025 due to market saturation and competition.
more#skype
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Waltz's Use of Messaging Platform Raises New Security Questions

Michael Waltz's use of a messaging app raises concerns about transparency and compliance with federal record-keeping regulations.
The app used by senior officials may not comply with federal rules designed for record retention.
fromEngadget
3 months ago

WhatsApp is reportedly bringing voice and video calls to browsers

Microsoft's decision to shut down Skype on May 5 highlights its decline as users shift to alternatives like Zoom and Google Meet.
Women in technology
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

"This isn't the Matrix" | TechCrunch

The incident raises concerns about contact privacy and secure messaging app functionalities.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Trump has managed to spin Signalgate as a media lapse, not a major security breach | Andrew Roth

The Signal chat controversy reveals significant issues in government communication and security during the Trump era.
fromFast Company
4 months ago

iMessage still lags behind its peers. 4 ways Apple should update it for iOS 19

While the new features in iOS 18 are visually appealing, the Messages app still falls short in functionality and reliability compared to competitors like WhatsApp and Signal.
Apple
#signal
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Privacy technologies

Signal head defends messaging app's security after Houthi attack text leak: 'Gold standard in private comms'

fromZDNET
4 months ago
Privacy technologies

What is Signal? 7 features that make it a go-to app for private, secure messaging

fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Privacy technologies

Signal head defends messaging app's security after Houthi attack text leak: 'Gold standard in private comms'

fromZDNET
4 months ago
Privacy technologies

What is Signal? 7 features that make it a go-to app for private, secure messaging

more#signal
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Leaked War Plans, and the Trouble with Off-channel Messaging

The incident has raised serious questions about whether the group chat violated laws including the Espionage Act and endangered troops.
US news
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

US defence secretary attacks journalist mistakenly added to government Signal group as they planned to bomb Houthis

The security breach, involving a reporter accidentally added to a top-secret Signal app group chat, underlines the risks of using unsecured messaging platforms for sensitive government communication.
US news
US news
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

Trump officials planned a military strike over Signal - with a magazine editor on the line

Jeffrey Goldberg inadvertently joined a group chat discussing sensitive military strikes, raising concerns over communication security and protocol violations.
Privacy technologies
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Session, Messaging App is Launching SESH Token-Why? And What Do We Know About It? | HackerNoon

Messaging apps should not retain personal information, calling for decentralized solutions to enhance user privacy.
fromGSMArena.com
5 months ago

Google Messages will support WhatsApp video calls

Google Messages is set to integrate WhatsApp, allowing users to initiate video calls directly from the Messages app, enhancing communication efficiency.
Mobile UX
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