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Published Apr 8, 2026, 12:24 PM EDT Karandeep Singh Oberoi is a Durham College Journalism and Mass Media graduate who joined the Android Police team in April 2024, after serving as a full-time News Writer at Canadian publication MobileSyrup. Prior to joining Android Police, Oberoi worked on feature stories, reviews, evergreen articles, and focused on 'how-to' resources. Additionally, he informed readers about the latest deals and discounts with quick hit pieces and buyer's guides for all occasions. Oberoi lives in Toronto, Canada. When not working on a new story, he likes to hit the gym, play soccer (although he keeps calling it football for some reason🤔) and try out new restaurants in the Greater Toronto Area.  Sign in to your Android Police account After years of leaks, rumors, and even early sneak peeks within test builds, WhatsApp's username support is finally starting to roll out. Signs pointing at username support for the world's most used messaging app first started emerging all the way back in 2023. The messaging giant has made progress over the years, with last year being the most pivotal. Related Now, the result of all of that work is finally starting to reach WhatsApp users, as pointed out

About The Study: In this cohort study, earlier age at attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis was associated with better school performance, more academic education, and lower school dropout rates than diagnoses closer to age 16. The findings suggest that individuals who are diagnosed closer to age 16 could benefit from targeted support to prevent school dropout.  Corresponding Author: To contact the corresponding author, Lotta Volotinen, MSc, email lotta.volotinen@helsinki.fi. To access the embargoed study: Visit our For The Media website at this link https://media.jamanetwork.com/ (10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2026.0181) Editor’s Note: Please see the article for additional information, including other authors, author contributions and affiliations, conflict of interest and financial disclosures, and funding and support. #  #  # Embed this link to provide your readers free access to the full-text article This link will be live at the embargo time https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapsychiatry/fullarticle/10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2026.0181?guestAccessKey=a0ba5138-b7f9-4434-b12f-ac5d78872a6a&utm_source=For_The_Media&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=ftm_links&utm_content=tfl&utm_term=040826 Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.

The new feature, currently available to select beta users, aims to reduce background noise during calls, as WhatsApp continues to expand its communication capabilities with a series of updates across platforms. WhatsApp is testing a new noise cancellation feature designed to enhance the quality of voice and video calls by reducing unwanted background sounds. The feature is currently being rolled out to a limited number of beta users, signalling the platform’s continued focus on improving user communication experiences. The feature, first identified earlier this year during development, works by filtering out ambient noise such as traffic, wind, and other environmental disturbances in real time. This allows the speaker’s voice to remain clear without distortion, making conversations more seamless, particularly in noisy surroundings. Owned by Meta , WhatsApp has not yet confirmed a timeline for a wider rollout. However, the early release to beta testers suggests that the company may be preparing for a broader launch in the coming weeks. Feature design and functionality According to reports, the noise cancellation option is integrated into the call interface and is enabled by default. This means users can benefit from improved audio clarity automatically when initiating calls. At the same time, the feature

WhatsApp to launch noise cancellation for voice and video calling WhatsApp is preparing to launch the latest in-app noise cancellation feature for voice and video calls, aiming to offer clearer calling experience. The upcoming built-In noise reduction feature is particularly designed for users to automatically minimise background noise during calls, aiming to enhance voice clarity in environments with traffic, crowds, or wind. Users will be able to enable or disable noise cancellation via a toggle situated in the call interface. The feature is set to be enabled by default. With this update, users engaged with the app can easily switch the function on or off based on their preference or environment. This suggests that whenever a user activates the feature, it doesn't make the other person's voice clearer for them. Rather, it assists the other person listen to them more clearly. The audio clarity for a call participant depends on whether they have the feature enabled. Availability WhatsApp’s noise cancellation feature has been spotted in the latest beta version for Android. However, it’s still under development and is being gradually launched to beta testers.

HARRISBURG — Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning Pennsylvanians about the prevalence of fraudulent investment schemes on Meta platforms — including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The warning is part of a coalition of attorneys general’s efforts to prompt accountability from Meta over their platforms, specifically, a more robust review of advertising in response to the rapid spread of fake investment ads involving “pump-and-dump” schemes. Scammers are increasingly using deceptive advertisements and “deepfake” technology to lure potential investors into high-stakes scams. These scams include “pump and dump” scams, confidence scams, and fraudulent cryptocurrency schemes that aim to extract as much money as possible from victims. Attorney General Sunday is providing tips for Pennsylvanians to protect themselves from scams, and urging everyone to carefully scrutinize social media investment advertisements before investing. Most reputable broker-dealers and investment advisors do not post specific investment advice on social media platforms. Attorney General Sunday encourages anyone who may have been a victim of these types of scams to report it to our Bureau of Consumer Protection at 800-441-2555 or sc***@*************al.gov . “We continue to see lures and traps online — fueled by A.I. — that dupe people into emptying their bank accounts in favor of fake

If an investment seems too good to be true, it probably is   OAKLAND — Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued an alert warning Californians about the prevalence of fraudulent investment scams across Meta platforms, including on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, as well as on other online platforms. Scammers are increasingly using deceptive advertisements (ads) and deepfake technology to lure people into high-stakes scams in order to then defraud them of their savings. Last year, Attorney General Bonta sent a letter to Meta urging the company to adopt protocols to properly tackle this pervasive issue — or otherwise ban all investment ads on its platforms. Attorney General Bonta encourages anyone who may have been a victim of these types of scams to report it to oag.ca.gov/report. “Californians, we’ve seen an uptick in investment scams across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. These scams have cost some people their life savings and typically use photos of well-known or trusted people without their permission in order to create the necessary trust to get into consumers’ pockets,” said Attorney General Bonta. “I encourage Californians to learn about common scams and review tips to protect themselves, and I urge investors to scrutinize social media investment ads before investing.” COMMON SOCIAL MEDIA INVESTMENT SCAMS The Pump and

Drop Site has launched a new Whatsapp Broadcast Channel to share our reports, livestream broadcasts, and breaking news updates in real time. Followers will be notified of new investigations and some of our more important reporting. The volume will be far lower than our social feeds, but higher than our email cadence.,. Features of One-Way Channels: Channels are located in the “Updates” tab, separate from personal chats. Followers can only interact by reacting to posts with emojis or voting in polls. Followers cannot see who else follows the channel, and admins cannot see followers’ phone numbers. Join the Whatsapp channel here Getting honest journalism out to audiences today is a constant battle against Big Tech algorithms designed to suppress reporting that produces discomfort for the powerful. That’s one reason we lean so heavily on email, a distribution system that is significantly – though not completely – resistant to algorithmic suppression. By diversifying our distribution channels, we make it harder for those companies to suppress our work. WhatsApp is an important node in that strategy, as it allows us to reach you directly on your phone or other device. So if you already use WhatsApp, consider joining the channel. (And remember

DUBAI- A 25-year-old British flight attendant employed by FlyDubai (FZ) now sits in Dubai’s Al Barsha pre-trial detention centre after sharing a photo of an Iranian drone strike near Dubai International Airport (DXB) in a private WhatsApp group chat with coworkers. The incident has drawn international attention to the UAE’s increasingly aggressive enforcement of cybercrime laws amid the ongoing Iran war. The cabin crew member was detained after posting a photo of damage near Dubai International Airport (DXB) in a private WhatsApp group, where he asked colleagues whether it was safe to walk through the airport. He now faces up to two years in prison and a fine exceeding $50,000. Photo: flydubai The flight attendant, based in London, works for low-cost carrier FlyDubai (FZ) and allegedly photographed damage caused by an Iranian drone near Dubai International Airport (DXB) on March 7, then shared the image with colleagues before being detained. One of those colleagues reportedly informed Dubai Police, who raided his apartment and searched his personal phone. The March 7 drone strike occurred during the early weeks of the Iran war. Footage verified by open-source investigators shows the drone struck next to an airport terminal building. The Dubai Media Office

In Kerala’s 2026 Assembly elections, the real battleground may not be rallies—it’s your phone. WhatsApp forwards, AI-generated videos, memes, and viral content are shaping voter perception faster than campaigns reach the streets.Parties are running 24/7 IT war rooms, using AI to create short, engaging videos and memes. CPI(M) highlights governance stories, Congress targets youth with satire, and BJP pushes sharp, attack-focused content.But social media comes with risks—fake profiles, misinformation, and AI-manipulated videos can quickly polarize voters. In a closely contested state like Kerala, digital narratives may decide how people vote.

Business, Featured By Anthony Isibor A Nigerian media icon and publisher of Realnews Magazine, Maureen Chigbo, has for some weeks now engaged in resolving the challenges arising from the automated enforcement system on WhatsApp that has restricted her from sharing her daily magazine’s stories and removed her from multiple professional groups without previous notice. Chigbo says her routine is straightforward. She manually curates and shares links to her publication’s stories with individuals who had willingly opted to receive the stories. According to Chigbo, there are no bots, no automation tools and no abusive or vulgar contents in the publications and her account was flagged. Our findings indicate that WhatsApp’s enforcement model is driven less by the content of messages, but more by behavioral signals such as how frequently messages are sent, how many recipients receive similar links and how users react. Even when messages are manually sent, requested by recipients or editorial in nature, they may still be flagged as “spam-like” if they resemble bulk distribution patterns. In Chigbo’s case, WhatsApp’s support reportedly acknowledged that her messages were neither automated nor in violation of content standards. Still, restrictions were imposed, highlighting a critical gap. Legitimacy does not guarantee protection under