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By Sankalp PhartiyalNEW DELHI (Reuters) - WhatsApp is battling mistrust globally after it updated its privacy policy to let it share some user data with parent Facebook and other group firms, and the backlash risks thwarting its ambitions in its biggest market, India.Though WhatsApp has yet to see mass uninstalls of its app in India, users concerned about privacy are increasingly downloading rival apps such as Signal and Telegram, research firms say, propelling them higher on the download charts and putting those apps ahead of their ubiquitous rival in India for the first time.The reaction in India - where 400 million users exchange more messages on WhatsApp than anywhere in the world - has forced the messaging app to unleash an advertising blitz costing tens of millions of rupees this week in at least 10 English and Hindi newspapers."Respect for your privacy is coded into our DNA," WhatsApp said in one newspaper announcement.It said its privacy policy update "does not affect the privacy of your messages with your friends and family in any way". WhatsApp has also said that the changes to the privacy policy are only related to users' interactions with businesses.When asked for comment, WhatsApp referred Reuters to…

If you're indeed considering making a switch to other apps, here are a few optionsBusinessToday.In | January 14, 2021 | Updated 14:36 IST WhatsApp's new privacy policy update which states that the messaging app will be sharing user data with parent company Facebook hasn't gone down well with users, many of whom are considering making a switch to other apps. The instant messaging giant said last week that those who do not accept the updated terms by February 8, will no longer have the access to their chats. WhatsApp's new move has irked tech experts and cybersecurity advocates. The company issued a fresh clarification on Tuesday regarding its changed policies, but the debate is yet to cease to exist. If you're indeed considering making a switch to other apps, here are a few options: 1. TelegramThis cross-platform, cloud-based instant messaging service is the closest match to WhatsApp. It has already gained 25 million users in the past 72 hours, taking the total number of active users to 500 million. This app has many interesting features like the 'Secret Chat mode' wherein messages sent within secret chat can only be accessed by the device through which the text was sent or…

Updated33 min agoPublishedJan 13, 2021, 9:36 am SGT SINGAPORE - Messaging giant WhatsApp reassured its users on Tuesday (Jan 12) that it was still respecting their privacy, in the wake of terms and policy changes announced last week that drove many people globally, including in Singapore, to turn to rival chat apps. The changes allow some WhatsApp data to be shared with parent company Facebook. On Tuesday, Facebook executives like Instagram chief Adam Mosseri tweeted that "there is a lot of misinformation about the WhatsApp (terms of service)" and that the policy update "does not affect the privacy of your messages with friends or family in any way". The changes are related to messaging a business on WhatsApp, which is optional, he added. WhatsApp stressed that neither it nor Facebook can read users WhatsApp chats nor hear their calls because they are encrypted. This also applies to chats consumers have with businesses over WhatsApp. Some companies can choose to securely store the messages on Facebook's servers to help them manage the chats. WhatsApp assured that Facebook will not automatically use consumers' chats with merchants to determine the advertisements these people see. But a company can use the data for its…

Serum Institute of India (SII) dispatched millions of doses of Covishield vaccine to multiple locations across India.Good morning!Early yesterday morning, Serum Institute of India began dispatching the first batches of its COVID-19 vaccine Covishield to several cities across India, ahead of the government’s January 16 immunisation drive to 30 crore people. On Tuesday morning, as the temperature-controlled trucks loaded with Covishield, the Indian variant of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine, left the SII gates in Pune, CEO Adar Poonawalla rightly called it a “historic moment” and an emotional one for him and his team.The excitement and sense of purpose was palpable as the airlines, state and central government officials, local police, and airport and local authorities all came together to ensure the safe transportation of the vaccines in multiple locations.They were all one with Adar Poonawalla in recognising this as a historic moment in the fight against the coronavirus.With Prime Minister Narendra Modi calling it the world’s largest inoculation programme, the government has already ordered 11 million doses, which will be first administered to frontline and healthcare workers. Tesla in IndiaTesla has finally arrived in India. Elon Musk’s electric vehicle giant has made its much-awaited entry and registered its India subsidiary — Tesla India…

By: Express News Service | Ahmedabad | January 13, 2021 1:29:36 am The four schools have around 243 different WhatsApp groups and close to 13,700 parents actively using this messaging platform, majorly run as ‘only admin can post’ groups. Four schools in Ahmedabad associated with Udgam Consultancy have decided to do away with the messaging app WhatsApp for online teaching due to “data security concerns”. Udgam School For Children (USFC) Thaltej, Zebar School For Children (ZSFC) Thaltej, Satellite School For Children (SSFC), and Bodakdev School For Children (BFSC) have switched over to the Microsoft Kaizala. Parents have been informed through e-mails on Tuesday and asked to download the app and get started. The four schools have around 243 different WhatsApp groups and close to 13,700 parents actively using this messaging platform, majorly run as ‘only admin can post’ groups. Manan Choksi, Executive Director, Udgam School For Children said, “This popular app has now made it mandatory to accept new privacy norms. WhatsApp’s biggest problem is the lack of trust with its users since parent company Facebook faces severe criticism around the world with regards to privacy practices.” Another issue felt by the schools using WhatsApp was the easy access of…

Charley Connor12 January 2021 Shutterstock/Antonio Salaverry Turkey’s antitrust watchdog has banned Facebook from using WhatsApp user data to boost its other services as the agency probes whether the company’s recently-announced new data merging policy infringes competition law. To read moreSubscribe to Global Competition Review Subscribe and start reading now Global Competition Review (GCR) is a leading global provider of competition law, regulation and enforcement information, combining data, deep market insight and a user-centric platform to provide our clients with powerful legal solutions. Subscribe now Already have access? Login below Charley Connor View full biographyAuthor | Senior news reporter, Global Competition Review Copyright © Law Business ResearchCompany Number: 03281866 VAT: GB 160 7529 10

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WhatsApp's new policy is facing criticism on security concerns over a potential increase in data sharing with its parent, Facebook. January 11, 2021 / 12:10 PM IST The Union labour ministry is reportedly considering using "WhatsApp and other social media platforms" for salary communication, even as concerns related to data sharing and privacy are rising.According to a Mint report, the draft orders have been placed in the public domain for comments and are expected to be finalised and included in the Industrial Relation (IR) Code Act after a month.Moneycontrol could not independently verify the report.Labour economists and cybersecurity experts told the publication that such a move might enable social media platforms to access financial and social security details of workers.Explained: The four labour codes and what they mean for India's workforceWhatsApp's new policy has recently received criticism due to concerns over a potential increase in data sharing with its parent company Facebook."All payment, including wages, to the workers shall be made by crediting in the bank account of the worker on electronic mode or digital form. Intimation to the payment made to a worker shall be sent to him through short messaging service (SMS) or e-mail or social media communication such as WhatsApp or…

HT Image New Delhi: After receiving complaints from several schools about obscene messages being posted and inappropriate videos and pictures being circulated on WhatsApp groups created to share online study material with students, the North Delhi Municipal Corporation warned parents of legal action if found responsible for any such activity PUBLISHED ON JAN 10, 2021 11:36 PM IST New Delhi: After receiving complaints from several schools about obscene messages being posted and inappropriate videos and pictures being circulated on WhatsApp groups created to share online study material with students, the North Delhi Municipal Corporation warned parents of legal action if found responsible for any such activity.The warning was issued after the north body’s education department received a complaint from a school in the Narela zone.In an order issued on January 5 and addressed to all stakeholders, including parents, teachers, principals, and zonal education officers, the department said, “A complaint has been received from Narela Zone about posting of pornographic content by a parent in a class’ WhatsApp groups. It is a serious matter, and all parents and guardians must be warned to not use any irrelevant content in the WhatsApp groups of classes created for the purpose of online classes…

Pongal is around the corner and people have already begun their preparations. The four-day festival is celebrated with grand celebrations in Tamil Nadu every year. It marks the beginning of Uttarayan, the sun's northward journey for the next six months. So, ahead of Pongal, here are wishes and messages to send on the occasion. Festivals & Events Kabir| Jan 10, 2021 09:38 PM IST Pongal is around the corner and people have already begun their preparations. The four-day festival is celebrated with grand celebrations in Tamil Nadu every year. It marks the beginning of Uttarayan, the sun's northward journey for the next six months. Pongal 2021 begins on January 13 and will end on 16. It starts with Bhogi Pongal and ends with Kaanum Pongal. The main day is celebrated as Thai Pongal. People wish each other on the occasion by saying Happy Pongal. They send Pongal messages, wishes greetings to their loved ones. As Pongal 2021 approaches, we bring to you WhatsApp Stickers, Facebook Greetings, HD Images, Pongal Wallpapers, Instagram Stories, Messages and SMS to share with your friends, family and relatives. On the day of the Thai festival, grand celebrations are held. People wake up early in the morning,…