WhatsApp to Allow Third-Party Chat Support in New Beta Release

WhatsApp to Allow Third-Party Chat Support in New Beta Release: Cross-Platform Messaging

By www.fdaytalk.com TECH NEWS

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EU’s DMA

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No Need for WhatsApp

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Beta Version

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How It Works

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Encryption

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Privacy Concerns

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EU Consumers

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