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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

WhatsApp gets a feature that has been long awaited

Meta announces the long-awaited feature for WhatsApp users.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Russia plans to completely block the messaging app 'Telegram'

The Russian government is moving to implement a complete ban on the Telegram messaging app, citing concerns over its use by criminals and foreign intelligence agencies.

Feb 27 โ€ข 02:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ The Moscow Times
National & Local

Russia Plans to Block Telegram in April, Sources Say

Russia is planning to block the messaging app Telegram in April due to concerns that it is being used for criminal activities and as a foreign intelligence tool.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

BBC: The Russian authorities are considering blocking access to Telegram from early April

Russian authorities are planning to block access to the messaging app Telegram starting in early April due to concerns over illegal and extremist content, while Telegram argues it's an attempt to force users to switch to a state-controlled app.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Is the Game Messenger Being Used as a Bomb Threat Tool? What is Discord, 'the Messaging App for Teenagers'?

Discord, a voice chat platform popular among teenagers for gaming, is at the center of controversy due to its suspected use in bomb threat incidents both domestically and internationally.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

How you can download WhatsApp Plus APK: the latest version of February 2026

The article discusses how users can download WhatsApp Plus APK, a modified version of the official messaging app, while highlighting potential security risks.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The crisis of the popular messaging service deepens in Russia

A Moscow court has fined Telegram 7 million rubles for failing to remove content related to alcohol and LGBTQ+ issues, reflecting the Russian government's ongoing efforts to restrict the app's usage.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The Kremlin attacks Telegram: The messaging app creator is accused of aiding terrorism

Russian authorities are investigating Pavel Durov, the founder of the messaging app Telegram, for alleged terrorism-related charges, indicative of the regime's desire to control or block the platform altogether.

Feb 24 โ€ข 15:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Supreme Court convicts man for murder orders on Signal

A young man in his twenties was convicted by Sweden's Supreme Court for attempted murder solicitation through the Signal messaging app, after being previously acquitted by lower courts.

Feb 24 โ€ข 08:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Russian security service calls Telegram a threat

The Russian security service (FSB) labels the messaging app Telegram as a threat to national security, highlighting its role in providing independent information in the country.

Feb 21 โ€ข 21:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Civil Police Targets Child Sexual Exploitation on Messaging App

The Civil Police of Brazil has launched an operation to investigate and combat child sexual exploitation on messaging apps in Niterรณi.

Feb 20 โ€ข 10:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
World

Russia: Foreign intelligence services 'monitor' soldiers' messages on Telegram

Russian officials have acknowledged that foreign intelligence agencies can access the messages sent by Russian soldiers using the Telegram messaging app during the conflict in Ukraine.

Feb 18 โ€ข 15:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Russia accuses Finland harshly again โ€“ 'They eat what they have stolen'

Russia's top officials have accused Finland of joining NATO and supporting Ukraine with the intent to seize parts of Russian territory during a recent communication via a messaging app.

Feb 15 โ€ข 19:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

WhatsApp Prepares to Launch Voice and Video Calls on the Web Version

WhatsApp is set to introduce voice and video calling features to its web version, enhancing user experience and allowing calls without needing the desktop app.

Feb 13 โ€ข 17:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Russia blocks the messaging app WhatsApp

Russia has announced the blocking of the messaging app WhatsApp, aiming to push citizens towards using the state-supported application Max.

Feb 13 โ€ข 04:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

WhatsApp Ends in Russia. Kremlin Offers Domestic Alternative MAX

Russia has completely blocked the messaging platform WhatsApp, with the Kremlin recommending the domestic app MAX as an alternative.

Feb 12 โ€ข 14:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Russia blocks access to WhatsApp and calls its 100 million users to use a questioned state application

Russia has blocked access to WhatsApp, urging users to switch to a state-controlled messaging app called Max, amid accusations against Meta for non-compliance with local laws.

Feb 12 โ€ข 14:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Russia seeks to block WhatsApp to promote its own application

Russia is attempting to block WhatsApp in an effort to promote a state-backed messaging app, MAX, as part of its ongoing campaign to tighten internet control.

Feb 12 โ€ข 13:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Russia has begun a large-scale block: "WhatsApp" is also closed

Moscow has initiated a blockade that includes the popular messaging app WhatsApp, coercing users towards a local alternative called 'Max'.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Russia completely blocks WhatsApp for repeatedly failing to comply with the law

The Russian government has completely blocked WhatsApp for failing to comply with local legislation, urging citizens to switch to a state-supported messaging app called MAX.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

WhatsApp denounces that Russia is trying to completely block it to make way for a Russian app

WhatsApp claims that Russian authorities are attempting to fully block the messaging service to promote a local app, MAX, which they describe as a significant regression for users' communication rights.

Feb 12 โ€ข 11:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

The Kremlin confirmed that it blocked 'WhatsApp'

The Kremlin has officially confirmed the blocking of 'WhatsApp' in Russia, citing the messaging app's non-compliance with local laws as the reason.

Feb 12 โ€ข 11:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Russia has attempted to completely block 'WhatsApp'

Russia is attempting to fully block the messaging app 'WhatsApp' to force people to use government-controlled services, according to WhatsApp.

Feb 12 โ€ข 11:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

The Russian government seeks to 'completely block WhatsApp', denounce the application

The Russian government is attempting to block WhatsApp to force users towards a state-controlled messaging platform, according to the app.

Feb 12 โ€ข 11:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Whatsapp denounces the blockade imposed by the Kremlin and seeks ways to remain operational in Russia

Whatsapp has accused Moscow of pushing citizens toward a state-controlled messaging app and is attempting to navigate the difficulties of operating under a ban in Russia.

Feb 12 โ€ข 10:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

What are you doing, idiots? Pro-Kremlin politician sharply criticized the Russian censorship office for restricting Telegram

A pro-Kremlin politician harshly criticized the Russian censorship bureau for its restrictions on the messaging app Telegram.

Feb 12 โ€ข 10:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Putin targets Russia's most popular social media

Russian authorities have imposed restrictions and fines on the messaging app Telegram as part of a crackdown on foreign social media platforms.

Feb 12 โ€ข 09:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Russia tried to completely block WhatsApp in the country and redirect people to a state surveillance app

WhatsApp announced that Russia attempted to fully block the messaging application within its borders to push users toward a state-controlled rival service.

Feb 12 โ€ข 07:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Russia Tried to Completely Block the WhatsApp App

Russia is attempting to fully block the WhatsApp messaging service, pushing users towards state-controlled internet solutions amidst stricter internet regulations.

Feb 12 โ€ข 06:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
World

WhatsApp reports Russian blocking attempt

Russia has attempted to block access to the messaging service WhatsApp as part of a push towards a state-owned surveillance app, according to WhatsApp's parent company, Meta.

Feb 12 โ€ข 04:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Communication Restrictions Cause Difficulties for Russian Forces

Russian forces are facing operational difficulties due to the loss of access to Starlink internet terminals and restrictions on the Telegram messaging app.

Feb 12 โ€ข 04:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The restrictions on Telegram by Russia raise concerns about the impact on soldiers

Russia's restrictions on the messaging app Telegram could disrupt communication on the battlefield and block soldiers from contacting their families, critics warned.

Feb 11 โ€ข 18:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Russia slows Telegram, pushes state-backed rival app

Russia has started throttling the Telegram messaging platform, encouraging citizens to use a domestic alternative amid legal requirements for data storage and compliance with government regulations.

Feb 10 โ€ข 20:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Putin Tightens Use of Popular Messaging App

Russian President Vladimir Putin's administration has begun restricting the communication traffic of the popular messaging app Telegram, which has faced complaints from users regarding slow performance.

Feb 10 โ€ข 19:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

"Telegram stands for freedom of speech and privacy": Telegram CEO comments on slowdown in Russia

Telegram's CEO highlights that the app's throttling in Russia is an attempt by authorities to promote a Kremlin-controlled messaging alternative, while emphasizing the app's commitment to freedom of speech and privacy.

Feb 10 โ€ข 18:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Russian office limits messaging app Telegram, citing violations of the law

A Russian government agency has announced limitations on the Telegram messaging app, alleging that it violates national laws.

Feb 10 โ€ข 18:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Telegram restricted in Russia: Pavel Dourov denounces the 'restriction of citizens' freedom'

Pavel Dourov, the creator of Telegram, has criticized the Russian government's restrictions on his messaging app, asserting that such actions curtail citizens' freedom.

Feb 10 โ€ข 18:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Internet censorship: Russia intends to restrict communication via Telegram app

Russia plans to impose further restrictions on the use of the Telegram messaging app due to alleged violations of Russian law.

Feb 10 โ€ข 15:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Telegram suffers setbacks in Russia while government promotes its own app

The Russian communications regulator, Roscomnadzor, has announced slowdowns in the Telegram messaging app due to non-compliance with local laws.

Feb 10 โ€ข 14:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Russia Begins Restricting Telegram

Russia's communications regulator Roskomnadzor has announced the start of traffic restrictions on the messaging app Telegram, citing violations of Russian law.

Feb 10 โ€ข 13:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Telegram application faces fines in Russia

The messaging app Telegram is facing fines of up to 64 million rubles (820,000 USD) due to eight upcoming hearings in a Russian court regarding its failure to remove information required by Russian law.

Feb 10 โ€ข 12:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Restrictions Begin on Telegram App in Russia

Russian authorities are starting to limit the functionality of the Telegram messaging application, potentially leading to its complete blockage.

Feb 10 โ€ข 12:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man who stored drugs in a rice pot and made sales via app is arrested in Coroaci

A man was arrested in Coroaci for storing drugs in a rice pot and selling them through a messaging app.

Feb 9 โ€ข 22:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

WhatsApp Recycle Bin: How to Recover Your Files and Conversations

This article discusses how users can recover deleted messages and files on WhatsApp through cloud backup, given that the app does not have a specific recycle bin feature.

Feb 9 โ€ข 12:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต NHK News (JP)
Crime & Justice

Robbery Murder Incident in Aoba Ward, Yokohama: Real-Time Instructions via Messaging App

Four individuals suspected of orchestrating a robbery that resulted in the death of a 75-year-old man in Yokohama's Aoba Ward have been re-arrested for their roles in a series of similar crimes in the capital region.

Feb 6 โ€ข 21:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

Iran: Bitchat, this messaging app without connection that allows protesters to communicate

As Iran experiences massive Internet blackouts to suppress protests, more Iranians are turning to Bitchat, a Bluetooth-based messaging app that serves as a new tool for digital resistance.

Jan 16 โ€ข 18:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

WhatsApp.. A Digital Home for 3 Billion People

A recent report from The New Yorker reveals the incredible rise of WhatsApp, which has transformed from a messaging app to a digital infrastructure managing the daily lives of over 3 billion users worldwide.

Jan 15 โ€ข 12:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
Life & Tech

A new free feature arrives at Spotify: what it is, how it works, and who it is available for

Spotify has introduced a new free messaging feature that allows users to share songs and chat within the app, aimed at enhancing music discovery and sharing.

Jan 12 โ€ข 12:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Crime & Justice

Scots gangster selling heroin and guns on encrypted app jailed

Allan Hughes, a 30-year-old gangster from Clydebank, Scotland, has been imprisoned for facilitating the sale of heroin and firearms through encrypted messaging applications.

Jan 8 โ€ข 19:47 UTC

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