WhatsApp

WhatsApp announced some significant improvements to group chats in their blog post. WhatsApp also defined their new upcoming communities feature.

WhatsApp testing an expanded file size limit for transfers, from 100MB to 2GB. For now, the test is running exclusively in Argentina.

New WhatsApp beta for iOS 22.6.0.72 introduced mainly for bug fixes in the chat title, and settings to manage reaction notifications.

WhatsApp rolling out a brand new update for voice messages, notifications and profile pictures. The update will roll out to iPhone users on iOS 15.

Whatsapp is working on multiple features including Whatsapp Voice Message Player, which allows users to listen voice notes in background.

WhatsApp for iOS just released a new update for public beta testers for upcoming Community and Businesses Nearby feature to search for nearby businesses.

WhatsApp has made privacy change to prevent people from viewing the “Last Seen” status of users whom they have never chat with strangers.

WhatsApp starts instant cryptocurrency payment feature for a small number of users in US, to send and receive money with no fees using Paxos Dollar (USDP).

WhatsApp working on new sticker feature, where users will be able to create their own stickers. The update will first be rolled out for android devices.

Evidence is mounting that WhatsApp may be working on a Communities feature. This feature appears to give group admins more power over groups.