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Federal antitrust enforcers are requiring companies under investigation to preserve and turn over instant messaging records, including chats from platforms like Slack and messaging apps like WhatsApp and Signal. (AFP) News 

US agencies caution companies against deleting Slack or Signal chats

Adriana Marais

Federal antitrust enforcers have issued a warning, stating that companies currently being investigated must provide records of instant messaging usage by employees instead of relying solely on email. The Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission said they are editing the language they sent to the companies under investigation to make clear that they must retain and release conversations from platforms such as Salesforce Inc.’s Slack and ephemeral messaging apps such as Meta Platforms Inc.’s WhatsApp and Signal. Failure to preserve these messages could result in fines or possible criminal…

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Signal is one of the most secure messaging apps in the world. (Signal) News 

Find Out: What’s the Price Tag for Signal Messaging?

Sanjay Patil

In the digital era, privacy and safeguarding data have emerged as significant concerns, with big tech companies frequently facing allegations of gathering user information. Despite the end-to-end encryption offered by messaging apps like WhatsApp, apprehensions arise regarding the sharing of data, particularly when individuals lack control over it. This is where Signal steps in as an alternative to WhatsApp, being widely recognized as one of the most secure messaging apps available. Signal has gained a reputation for minimizing data collection and has even received endorsements from influential figures in the…

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Currently, new Signal users must share their phone numbers with others to connect. News 

Signal: No More Phone Numbers Needed – Find Out Why!

Sanjay Patil,

Encrypted messaging app Signal, also known as a WhatsApp competitor, is testing public account usernames to remove the need for users to share their phone numbers when connecting to the service. Currently, new Signal users must share their phone number with others to connect. Jim O’Leary, director of engineering at Signal, took to the microblogging platform X (formerly known as Twitter) and wrote: “Signal is testing a username feature. This would mean you don’t have to give out your phone number to the people you want to contact. You can…

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WhatsApp will be getting Meta's AI features in the coming weeks but does the messaging app really need it? News 

Signal CEO Comments on WhatsApp’s Recent Artificial Intelligence Upgrades

Jim Hendler, , ,

WhatsApp users are getting new AI features thanks to their parent company Meta. These new tools allow people to create AI stickers, images, and even get answers from AI. But here’s the thing, WhatsApp is the most popular messaging app on the planet and it serves people with its end-to-end encryption standards that claim to keep all content safe. So why does WhatsApp want to offer AI features and does it keep user data safe? The messaging app faces questions from Meredith Whittaker, president of the Signal app. In addition…

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Millions of users have been warned to update their web browsers and Android apps right away to fix the security issue. News 

Urgent Need to Update Chrome, Firefox and Other Web Browsers: Here’s the Reason

Nitin Misra, ,

Web browsers such as Chrome, Firefox, Edge and Brave are facing a major security threat, and companies are asking users to update their browsers immediately. The problem is serious because security experts warn that the vulnerability is powerful enough to allow hackers to easily gain access to your computers. They can gain remote access to push malicious code into the system to obtain confidential information from targeted users. It is worrying that companies feel that the matter has already been taken advantage of. The problem is widespread and not limited…

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Fake Signal messaging app is a concern as millions trust the messaging app for its secure tech and help them avoid issues with law. News 

Beware of Impostor Messaging Apps: Potential for Financial Loss High

Nitin Misra,

Signal and Telegram are the secure messaging apps on the market, trusted by millions to communicate without the risk of being tracked. But people probably find it disturbing that these two apps have fake versions in public. According to reports, apps called Signal Plus Messenger and FlyGram have nothing to do with their names and actually act as spyware that can steal your banking information, which can help bad actors steal money from your account. The app has been found on the Play Store, even Samsung’s Galaxy Store, and other…

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Now, get Samsung Galaxy S21 FE on Flipkart with this massive discount. (TCL) News 

TCL TVs Now Feature Dolby Atmos FlexConnect Technology for Immersive Audio

Febin Mathew

Today, Dolby Laboratories has introduced its latest advancement in immersive audio called “Dolby Atmos FlexConnect.” The first company to incorporate this feature into its 2024 TV range will be TCL. Dolby Atmos FlexConnect seamlessly combines a television’s sound system with wireless speakers, enhancing the Dolby Atmos sound experience and making it more immersive. It also intelligently adjusts the sound to suit any room layout and speaker configuration, ensuring that every seat provides the optimal listening experience. Additionally, TCL will release a series of wireless speakers that are specifically designed to…

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Wells Fargo alone was fined $200 million by the SEC and CFTC. News 

Wall Street Banks Penalized $549 Million for Failing to Preserve Messaging App Records

Nitin Misra, ,

Today, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a statement stating that 11 financial institutions have been collectively fined $549 million by federal regulatory agencies. This penalty was imposed due to the utilization of messaging apps such as WhatsApp, iMessage, Signal, and text messages for discussions regarding trades and other business matters. According to securities laws, investment firms and banks are obligated to retain communication records and ensure that employees conduct business solely through authorized channels. The SEC has found that these firms failed to maintain or preserve the…

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Sandes (which means message in Hindi) can be used by both individuals and government officials. (Gadgets360) News 

Indian Government Sandes WhatsApp alternative: what is it, how to download it, how to register

Jim Hendler, , , , ,

The Indian government has an alternative for WhatsApp and other messaging apps and it’s called Sandes. Launched by the National Informatics Center (NIC), Sandes is an upgrade to the Government’s Instant Messaging System (GIMS). GIMS was created to provide government officials with a WhatsApp-like application for communication and was for government users only. However, Sandes (which means message in Hindi) can be used by both individuals and government officials. To register with Sandes all you need is your phone number or email id and the app has almost identical functionality…

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Tired of WhatsApps safety? Here are 5 alternative messaging apps you can use

Jim Hendler,

WhatsApp is not having a very good time. In the middle of a whole lot of security concerns and CEO Amazon’s Jeff Bezos’ hacked iPhone to get through WhatsApp has been another problem. The report director revealed that it is possible to get to the private chat groups (content, members and their contacts) on WhatsApp with a simple Google search. Yep, you read that right. If at this point you are considering leaving WhatsApp and move to another, potentially more secure messaging app – you’re not the only one. Here…

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