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WhatsApp Launches Channels Feature In Over 150 Nations, Including India

Inc42 · 1y ago

WhatsApp Launches Channels Feature In Over 150 Nations, Including India

Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has officially launched WhatsApp Channels in over 150 countries, including India. WhatsApp Channels allows users to receive private updates from organizations, sports teams, artists, and thought leaders. Users can find and follow channels, react to updates with emojis, and forward updates to other chats and groups. The feature aims to provide a private way for users to receive updates from those they follow without sharing their choices with other followers.

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Users in Over 150 Countries to Access Private Updates from Celebrities and More

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Business Bytes · 1y ago

Users in Over 150 Countries to Access Private Updates from Celebrities and More

Users in Over 150 Countries to Access Private Updates from Celebrities and More WhatsApp Channels, a feature that allows users to receive private updates from celebrities, sports teams, and thought leaders, is gearing up for a global expansion. More than 150 countries are set to gain access to this feature, offering users around the world an opportunity to stay connected with their favorite personalities and organizations. This wider rollout follows the initial launch of WhatsApp Channels in Colombia and Singapore in June. In this article, we explore the significance of this expansion and how it enhances the user experience on the popular messaging platform.

WhatsApp to soon allow users to pin channels

Startup News FYI

Startup News FYI · 1y ago

WhatsApp to soon allow users to pin channels

According to a recent report, WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will allow users to pin channels to the top of their channels list. This upcoming update will help users prioritize and highlight important or frequently accessed channels, making them easily accessible. The feature will also come with a redesigned interface for channels and aims to improve organization and visibility for WhatsApp users. Additionally, WhatsApp is rolling out a passkey feature for iPhone users, enabling them to use Face ID, Touch ID, or their device passcode for secure login without the need for passwords or PINs.

WhatsApp Channels crosses 500 mn monthly active users

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

WhatsApp Channels crosses 500 mn monthly active users

WhatsApp Channels, a new feature allowing users to receive updates from people, organizations, and teams that they follow on WhatsApp, has reached 500 million monthly active users in just 7 weeks. The feature operates as a one-way broadcast tool, providing a private way to receive updates within the app. While WhatsApp has denied plans to show ads in main chats, ads may be displayed in Channels or Status.

WhatsApp explores ads in chat app: Report

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

WhatsApp explores ads in chat app: Report

WhatsApp's head, Will Cathcart, refuted claims that the platform is considering introducing advertisements. Media reports had suggested that WhatsApp, owned by Meta, was exploring options to increase revenue, including displaying ads in chat lists. Cathcart dismissed these reports on X, stating that they were false. Additionally, WhatsApp recently announced the launch of WhatsApp Channels, a feature that allows organizations, sports teams, artists, and thought leaders to provide private updates to users.

WhatsApp unveils new Channel Categories for content discovery: All about it

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Livemint · 11m ago

WhatsApp unveils new Channel Categories for content discovery: All about it

WhatsApp has introduced a new feature called 'Explore', which allows users to discover and follow channels based on their interests. Users can browse through categories like People, Organizations, Lifestyle, Sports, Entertainment, Businesses, and News & Information. WhatsApp also plans to introduce a two-way voice chat feature powered by Meta AI, allowing users to interact with chatbots using different voices, including those of celebrities. This development aligns with Meta's efforts to incorporate AI-driven personalities into its messaging services.

ShareChat launches WhatsApp Branded Shares in beta for advertisers

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2y ago

ShareChat launches WhatsApp Branded Shares in beta for advertisers

ShareChat introduces "WhatsApp Branded Shares" in beta mode for advertisers, as reported by Economic Times. The new feature allows advertisers to utilize WhatsApp for promoting their content and brand. This move aims to leverage the popularity of WhatsApp in India as a marketing channel and offers advertisers a unique opportunity to engage with a wider audience through the platform.

WhatsApp rolling out message reaction filtering feature for channels

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

WhatsApp rolling out message reaction filtering feature for channels

WhatsApp is reportedly introducing a message reaction filtering feature for channels on its iOS platform. The feature allows channel administrators to easily identify which contacts have reacted to their updates using emojis. This would help administrators understand which updates are more popular and improve interaction with their contacts. The feature is currently available to some beta testers who have installed the latest version of WhatsApp beta for iOS. Additionally, WhatsApp is testing a "quick action bar" feature on its Business app for Android to simplify customer interactions.

WhatsApp unveils new Channels feature, allowing users to share content via Status updates

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

WhatsApp unveils new Channels feature, allowing users to share content via Status updates

WhatsApp, owned by Meta, has introduced an update to its Channels feature, allowing users to share channel posts through their status updates. This enhancement aims to boost user engagement and improve content interaction within the messaging app. The feature is available on both Android and iOS versions of WhatsApp, with potential integration into WhatsApp Web expected in future updates. This update reflects WhatsApp's dedication to staying competitive and evolving to meet user needs in the messaging app market.

WhatsApp considering introduction of Ads on Channels and Status

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

WhatsApp considering introduction of Ads on Channels and Status

WhatsApp is reportedly testing voice message and sticker features, and may introduce advertisements on its Status feature, according to the platform's head, Will Cathcart. While WhatsApp had denied such ad placement in the past, Cathcart mentioned that ads could be seen in other areas like Channels or Status, but not in the inbox. It is important to note that this is not a confirmation of ads being implemented. In September, WhatsApp took action against 7.11 million accounts in India, with 2.57 million being banned proactively.

WhatsApp now allows users to pin messages

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

WhatsApp now allows users to pin messages

WhatsApp has introduced a new feature on iOS and Android that allows users to pin individual or group chat messages. This feature enables users to highlight important messages and easily access them without scrolling through the entire conversation. Users can pin any type of message and choose the duration it remains pinned, ranging from 24 hours to a maximum of 30 days. However, it is uncertain if the feature will be available for WhatsApp Channels.

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