Latest WhatsApp Beta News and Feature Updates

IOS

WhatsApp launches AI content label for channels on iOS

WhatsApp is gradually rolling out a new label to easily mark AI-generated media in channels. Once added, the label is visible to every follower who opens the channel. In some countries, channel admins are legally required to add it whenever they share AI-generated media.
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IOS

WhatsApp is rolling out a new chat theme update for iOS

WhatsApp is introducing five new categories for chat themes to iOS users, and one of these lets them choose animated wallpapers. WhatsApp also selects the bubble color automatically for every theme to keep the text readable and the interface accessible. The update makes the conversation screen more personal by giving users more control over how their chats look.
ANDROID

WhatsApp is testing Scam Alert as a limited beta feature

WhatsApp is gradually introducing a feature that helps users detect potential scam messages from unknown contacts. The functionality relies on a machine learning model, so messages never leave the device. Since WhatsApp detects scam messages on the device, the feature is fully compatible with end-to-end encryption.
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ANDROIDIOS

WhatsApp launches three new account security updates

WhatsApp is rolling a stronger two-step verification password, more context for unknown calls on Android, and new options for passkeys. These updates focus on keeping accounts secure and easier to recover. WhatsApp also revealed that over one billion users have already added a passkey to their account.
ANDROID

WhatsApp is rolling out admin profiles for channels

WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that lets channel admins create a dedicated profile. The channel profile includes a custom name, photo, and it is visible on their updates. Followers who see an update will know the channel profile who posted it, but other information remain private.