WhatsApp tests age verification in India ahead of new data protection laws
WhatsApp is testing an age verification system in India, requiring users to add their date of birth. The move follows new data protection laws targeting child safety online.
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India's Customs Department Joins Health Ministry in Crackdown on Adani's Nicotine Pouch Sales
India's customs department has backed the health ministry in challenging the Adani Group's sale of nicotine pouches at airport duty-free shops, rejecting claims that tax-exempt retailers operate beyond regulatory reach.
India Orders WhatsApp to Halt Username Feature Rollout, Cites Fraud and Impersonation Risks
India has instructed Meta's WhatsApp to suspend its planned username feature pending government consultations, warning it could enable fraud and impersonation attacks. The move reflects growing regulatory scrutiny of anonymity features across messaging platforms.