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Meta rolls out username feature on WhatsApp to enhance privacy

7 reports, 4 independent Updated Jul 13
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What happened

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WhatsApp is beginning a global rollout that allows users to connect using unique usernames rather than their mobile phone numbers. Users can currently reserve a name through the app, although this is not compulsory. This change is framed by Meta as a core privacy feature, bringing the chat app in line with rivals.

From aljazeera.com, bmmagazine.co.uk

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

Meta's applications, including Instagram and WhatsApp, are major participants in the global social commerce market (Larger Situation). The introduction of usernames is part of Meta's strategy, which also involves using Instagram for social commerce and introducing AI tools on WhatsApp.

Meta's applications, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, are major players in the global social commerce market, which is predicted to reach $17.83T by 2033.

From aljazeera.com

Who's involved

  • MetaAmerican technology company that owns and operates the messaging and social networking services
  • InstagramPhoto and video sharing social network that Meta leverages for social commerce
  • FacebookAmerican online social media service that operates within the larger Meta ecosystem
  • WhatsApp BusinessBusiness manager product line formally owned and operated by Meta

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • WhatsApp BusinessSpeculative

    Businesses using WhatsApp might see changes in customer demand or communication costs due to the new privacy features.

How it developed

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  1. Product development underway where users can port names from Instagram to WhatsApp, utilizing features similar to Signal's usernames.Sub-event
  2. Meta owns Instagram and operates Messenger as part of its app family, while Kevin Cook details career moves at Bumble, Cloudera, and Barracuda.Sub-event
  3. Update on Meta's corporate holdings including Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp.1 source
  4. Meta is using Instagram for social commerce and introducing AI tools on WhatsApp.
  5. Meta heavily invests in Reality Labs and confirms Messenger is part of its app family.

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