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To comply with DMA, WhatsApp and Messenger will become interoperable via Signal

TechCrunch · 1y ago

To comply with DMA, WhatsApp and Messenger will become interoperable via Signal

Meta has outlined its plans to make its messaging apps, WhatsApp and Messenger, interoperable with third-party messaging services in compliance with the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA). Users will have the option to engage with third-party chats, but Meta will ensure security by requiring third parties to use the Signal protocol, unless they can demonstrate an equivalent level of security. Meta's servers will push messages to connected clients using a persistent connection, and third-party providers will be responsible for hosting media files. However, Meta cannot guarantee the actions of third-party providers, which may influence user engagement with Meta's messaging services.

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Here’s how WhatsApp plans to interoperate with other messaging apps

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Here’s how WhatsApp plans to interoperate with other messaging apps

WhatsApp is working on implementing interoperability with other messaging platforms to comply with the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA). This means users will be able to chat with people on WhatsApp through third-party apps like iMessage, Telegram, Google Messages, and Signal, and vice versa. However, concerns remain about how WhatsApp will ensure message safety and encryption when integrating other services. Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, aims to have third-party services use the same Signal Protocol for encryption or prove they meet WhatsApp's security standards. The changes are required due to Meta being classified as a "digital gatekeeper" under the DMA.

Meta explains how WhatsApp’s encrypted chats will work with third-party services

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Meta explains how WhatsApp’s encrypted chats will work with third-party services

According to the DMA regulations, Meta's platforms, including Messenger and WhatsApp, must be ready to enable interoperability with other services within three months of receiving a request. However, the actual implementation for public use might take longer. Initially, the requirements only mandate support for one-on-one chats and file sharing, with plans to expand to group chats and calls over time. To interoperate with Messenger and WhatsApp, third-party providers will need to sign an agreement with Meta and meet security standards, including using WhatsApp's Signal protocol for encryption.

WhatsApp Begins Work on Cross-Platform Messaging in Response to EU Regulation

Robots · 1y ago

WhatsApp Begins Work on Cross-Platform Messaging in Response to EU Regulation

WhatsApp has introduced a new beta version with a "third-party chats" section, aligning with the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA) requirements for interoperability among messaging platforms. WhatsApp, categorized as a gatekeeper under the DMA due to parent company Meta's dominance, aims to enable users from other messaging apps to communicate without creating new accounts. However, implementing advanced features and maintaining end-to-end encryption pose technical challenges for WhatsApp in this project, which must comply with the DMA by March 2024.

Apple won’t be forced to open up iMessage by EU

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Apple won’t be forced to open up iMessage by EU

The European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) has decided that Apple's iMessage will not be designated as a "core platform service", thus avoiding tough new obligations such as interoperability with other messaging services. Similarly, Microsoft's Edge browser, Bing search engine, and advertising business have also not been designated as core platform services. The decision follows a five-month investigation by the European Commission, and although Apple's App Store and iOS operating system were deemed core platform services, iMessage was held off for further investigation. In contrast, meta's WhatsApp and Messenger have been designated as core platform services under the DMA. Apple recently announced support for the cross-platform RCS messaging standard on iPhones.

WhatsApp working on 'chat interoperability' to comply with new EU rules

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

WhatsApp working on 'chat interoperability' to comply with new EU rules

WhatsApp, owned by Meta, is reportedly working on introducing "third-party chat" support on Android to comply with new European Union (EU) regulations. This feature will enable users to communicate with each other using different messaging apps. For example, a Signal user could send a message to a WhatsApp user, even without a WhatsApp account. This development comes after the EU's Digital Markets Act mandates interoperability with third-party messaging apps by March 2024. The feature is still in development and not yet accessible to users, with a six-month period given to align with EU regulations.

Netflix now comes with a new way to share your favourite scenes from your

Livemint

Livemint · 8m ago

Netflix now comes with a new way to share your favourite scenes from your

Netflix has introduced a new feature called "Moments" that allows users to bookmark and share their favorite scenes from movies and TV shows. The feature is currently available on the Netflix mobile app for iOS users, with support for Android coming soon. Users can save clips within the app and share them with friends via social media platforms like Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp, or Snapchat. Netflix has hinted that more features will be added to Moments in the future.

The EU’s new competition rules are going live — here’s how tech giants are responding

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

The EU’s new competition rules are going live — here’s how tech giants are responding

The European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) deadline of March 6th has compelled tech giants such as Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, ByteDance, Meta, and Microsoft to comply with new regulations aimed at creating fair and open digital markets. The DMA requires these companies, designated as "gatekeepers", to allow third-party interoperability, avoid favoring their own services, and provide access to their app stores for outside developers. Each gatekeeper is making changes in their services to comply with the DMA rules, although some companies have faced criticism for not going far enough in fostering competition.

Big Tech app stores focus of EU digital crackdown: Margrethe Vestager

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Big Tech app stores focus of EU digital crackdown: Margrethe Vestager

The European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) will initially target app stores as part of its efforts to regulate tech giants. Margrethe Vestager, the bloc's antitrust chief, expressed concern about fair access to operating systems for smaller app stores, currently dominated by Apple, Google, and Microsoft. The DMA will impose new restrictions on operating systems, app stores, and digital platforms, with violations carrying fines of up to 10% of global revenue. Companies such as Apple have made proposals to comply with the DMA, including restructuring fees, after being caught by the rules.

Instagram, Facebook users to get more choices to comply with DMA, Meta says

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Instagram, Facebook users to get more choices to comply with DMA, Meta says

Instagram and Facebook users will have more choices to comply with India's Digital Media Ethics (DMA) regulations as stated by Meta, the parent company of these platforms. This move aims to provide users with alternative options to ensure compliance with the new rules.

Apple makes changes to App Store after EU warning

Economic Times

Economic Times · 11m ago

Apple makes changes to App Store after EU warning

Apple has announced changes to its App Store in response to accusations from the European Union (EU) that it violated the bloc's new digital regulations. The EU claimed that Apple's App Store terms hindered developers from directing users to alternative payment methods. Apple said it would modify its practices to comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA), allowing developers in the EU to communicate and promote offers wherever they want. However, developers will now have to pay a five-percent fee on sales made through links outside the app. Failure to comply with the DMA could result in fines for Apple.

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