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European Union (EU) has identified Meta properties, including WhatsApp and Messenger, as dominant players in the instant messaging arena, owing to their vast user communities. In light of the new regulations outlined in the Digital Markets Act (DMA), WhatsApp faces a deadline to introduce interoperability features that enable communication with users without the necessity of creating a WhatsApp account. Early indications suggest that WhatsApp is actively working on implementing these changes, and the first signs of ongoing development are already visible. The EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), recently came into force with the sole objective to prevent major tech giants such as Microsoft, Meta, Apple, and Google from impeding fair competition within the industry. A key aim is to ensure that consumers have more accessible options for alternative services, simplifying the process of using them together seamlessly. In its initial phase, the EU legislators have designated 22 core platform services as gatekeepers and initiated inquiries into their operations. Meta, in particular, is under a strict deadline of six months to implement interoperability in WhatsApp and Messenger. Failure to do so could result in substantial fines amounting to 10 per cent of its annual global turnover. A summary of the 22

Antony has been given a leave of absence by the club Manchester United’s Antony has released a series of private WhatsApp messages that he claims were sent between himself and one of the women accusing him of assault. Last week, Antony was dropped from the Brazil squad following the abuse allegations made by former girlfriend, Gabriela Cavallin and two other women. 'I look forward to returning to play as soon as possible' - Antony In a statement made last week, Manchester United revealed that they “acknowledge the allegations made against Antony”. They added: “Players who have not participated in international matches are due back in training on Monday. However, it has been agreed with Antony that he will delay his return until further notice in order to address the allegations.” "The club said it condemns acts of violence and abuse, adding they recognise the “importance of safeguarding all those involved in this situation”, and “acknowledges the impact these allegations have on survivors of abuse." Antony himself commented, saying: “I have agreed with Manchester United to take a period of absence while I address the allegations made against me. "This was a mutual decision to avoid distraction to my teammates and

A new WhatsApp for Android beta update (version 2.23.19.8) indicated that the Meta-owned firm will add a new option in the form of a screen screen called Third-party chats. This was reported by WABetaInfo. In the beta release, the screen does nothing and is also not accessible by users, according to the same source. The title of the new screen is real evidence and marks the genesis of the company to open its encrypted messages app to cross-platform compatibility.- Advertisement - The beta comes just days after the European Commission confirmed that WhatsApp owner Meta meets the definition of a “gatekeeper” under the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), which requires communication software like WhatsApp to interoperate with third-party messaging apps by March 2024. WABetaInfo tweeted a screenshot of the screen:Beyond dictating that messaging apps must interoperate, the DMA requires that gatekeepers, among other things, let users remove pre-installed apps or shop alternative app stores. The DMA’s goal, per the European Commission’s FAQ about the law, is to keep gatekeepers “from imposing unfair conditions” and to “ensure the openness of important digital services.”- Advertisement -The European Commission is investigating whether Apple’s iMessage and Microsoft’s Bing search engine, Edge browser, and advertising

Last week, the European Union named the six big tech companies that should be considered as gatekeepers in one way or another under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). And just a few days later, as WABetaInfo first reported, a new beta version of WhatsApp features a new screen called “third-party chats” — this represents the first example of the new EU regulatory framework. This new screen appears in a development version of the Android app for the popular messaging service. It’s a new section that is separate from your default WhatsApp inbox. Right now, there’s nothing to see, but the idea is that WhatsApp will let you open a dedicated menu to see incoming messages from people who are using other messaging apps. When the EU named the six gatekeepers — Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, ByteDance, Meta and Microsoft — it broke down the list in different categories with core platform services in each category. That’s why some companies appear in several lists. For instance, Google operates several services that could be considered as gatekeeping services, including multiple “intermediation” services (Google Maps, Google Play, Google Shopping), but also the company’s ads delivery system, a web browser (Chrome), an operating system (Android), a

Meta-owned WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps in the world, and it is constantly adding new features to enhance the service. Some of these features are designed to improve the overall user experience, while others are designed to add new functionalities to the app. Listed below are the most recent and significant features released as well as those still under developmentUsers will notice that the "Personal" filter has been renamed to "Contacts" to better distinguish between individual and group chats. Previously, the "Personal" filter included groups and communities, but the new "Contacts" filter will only include individual conversations. The "Business" filter has also been removed. A new feature called "filter groups chat" is reportedly being developed by WhatsApp for Android users. This feature will allow users to get a list of their groups by excluding individual chats, making it easier to manage and prioritise their messages. Join Gulf News WhatsApp news service:  Stay informed and never miss out on any development, with our dedicated service The new "Groups" filter will let users quickly access and manage their group conversations, as they often join multiple groups for various purposes, such as work, family, friends, or hobbies. This dedicated filter

A WhatsApp for Android beta update (version 2.23.19.8) that came out today contains a new screen called Third-party chats, reports WABetaInfo. For now, the screen is neither functional nor accessible by users, according to WABetaInfo. But its title is a strong clue that this is likely the first step to opening Meta’s encrypted messages app to cross-platform compatibility. The beta comes just days after the European Commission confirmed that WhatsApp owner Meta meets the definition of a “gatekeeper” under the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), which requires communication software like WhatsApp to interoperate with third-party messaging apps by March 2024. WABetaInfo tweeted a screenshot of the screen:The DMA’s goal, per the European Commission’s FAQ about the law, is to keep gatekeepers “from imposing unfair conditions” and to “ensure the openness of important digital services.” Beyond dictating that messaging apps must interoperate, the DMA requires that gatekeepers, among other things, let users remove pre-installed apps or shop alternative app stores.Both Meta and Microsoft are planning their own mobile app stores in response to the DMA. The European Commission is investigating whether Apple’s iMessage and Microsoft’s Bing search engine, Edge browser, and advertising service meet the bar for the new regulation.

Reddit now lets you translate posts into eight languages with a simple tap or click. (Image: Zohaib Ahmed/The Indian Express) Listen to this article Reddit now lets you translate posts into eight languages: Here’s how to do it x Reddit has added a new feature that allows users to translate posts into eight different languages. The feature is available on Reddit’s iOS or Android apps or on the web while logged out, according to a post from a Reddit admin. The languages supported are English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, and Swedish. To use the feature, users can simply tap or click on the “Translate” link at the top left of any post. The translation will appear below the original text, and users can switch back to the original language by tapping or clicking on the “Original” link.Reddit says it is using Google services for translations in a manner consistent with its privacy policy. The admin also notes that the feature is still in beta and may not work perfectly for all posts. Users are encouraged to report any issues or feedback through Reddit’s help center. The translation feature is not yet available for comments, but Reddit says it

Jürgen Klopp began his glittering coaching career at Mainz. - © IMAGO/Jan Huebner Jürgen Klopp began his glittering coaching career at Mainz. - © IMAGO/Jan Huebnerbundesliga7 hours agoLiverpool boss Jürgen Klopp was back where it all began briefly during the September international break as part of a farewell friendly for an iconic stand at Mainz's old stadium.The occasion for Klopp's visit was a friendly match against MSV Duisburg that marked the last time the South Stand at the Bruchwegstadion - Mainz's stadium until 2011 - would be open. The stand gained iconic status in Klopp's playing days as a battling defender for Mainz, and also in his first coaching post in charge of the club, which saw him earn the 05ers first ever promotion to the Bundesliga in 2004/05. The Bruchwegstadion has been used as a base for Mainz's second team and main youth team since the club's move to the new Mewa Arena in 2011. As an old terrace with standing space for over 6,000 fans, the South Stand will soon be demolished and rebuilt to house club office and function spaces. Klopp told the stadium before kick-off: "Everything that I have achieved is thanks to you. That is the

NEW Sample Issue of Insider Monkey’s Monthly Newsletter and 1 Free Stock Pick Warren Buffett never mentions this but he is one of the first hedge fund managers who unlocked the secrets of successful stock market investing. He launched his hedge fund in 1956 with $105,100 in seed capital. Back then they weren’t called hedge funds, they were called “partnerships”. Warren Buffett took 25% of all returns in excess of 6 percent.  For example S&P 500 Index returned 43.4% in 1958. If Warren Buffett’s hedge fund didn’t generate any outperformance (i.e. secretly invested like a closet index fund), Warren Buffett would have pocketed a quarter of the 37.4% excess return. That would have been 9.35% in hedge fund “fees”.  Actually Warren Buffett failed to beat the S&P 500 Index in 1958, returned only 40.9% and pocketed 8.7 percentage of it as “fees”. His investors didn’t mind that he underperformed the market in 1958 because he beat the market by a large margin in 1957. That year Buffett’s hedge fund returned 10.4% and Buffett took only 1.1 percentage points of that as “fees”. S&P 500 Index lost 10.8% in 1957, so Buffett’s investors actually thrilled to beat the market by 20.1

By Ruth Francis For Mailonline Published: 15:29 EDT, 8 September 2023 | Updated: 15:34 EDT, 8 September 2023 The Chase star Anne Hegerty, 65, has opened up about how she and her quiz show co-stars have a WhatsApp group where they candidly discuss producers.The TV star revealed that the group chat serves as a support system during tough times when the Chasers – made up of Anne, Mark Labbett, Jenny Ryan, Paul Sinha, Shaun Wallace, Darragh Ennis - are frequently losing on the show.Anne - nicknamed the Governess on the hit ITV show - told The Express how the five Chasers are very close and like to socialise at a certain restaurant because 'people don't eavesdrop'.She said: 'We have WhatsApp. We have one WhatsApp group that's got the producers in and another one that hasn't got the producers in so we can b**** about them.'If someone is having a bad time, if someone was losing a lot, we'd kind of be very reassuring because it could be any of us.' Shock: The Chase star Anne Hegerty , 65, has opened up about how she and her quiz show co-stars have a WhatsApp group where they candidly discuss producers.