July 20, 2026
Tracking websites log thousands of reports as Meta gives no immediate explanation
The government asks both platforms to explain what safeguards are in place to prevent misuse
Authorities push state-backed apps while users remain cautious over privacy concerns
The social networking giant moves away from its “historic reliance” on advertising revenue
The press wing said in a statement that the verified Facebook page with 4.4 million followers would no longer remain active
The move against WhatsApp, Russia's most popular messenger, is the culmination of six months of pressure on the US company
The lawsuit claims Meta enabled predators to access minors, leading to real-world abuse
The Commission says it is considering designating WhatsApp's "channels" featureas a very large platform
