WhatsApp messenger to begin offering usernames

WhatsApp is introducing a new username feature that allows users to communicate without sharing their phone numbers. This update is designed to enhance user privacy and will be rolled out globally over the coming months.
Why it matters
This shift represents a significant change in how Meta manages user identity and privacy on its messaging platform, moving away from phone-number-based identification.
WhatsApp messenger to begin offering usernames - RTHK
The article provides a straightforward summary of a corporate announcement from Meta.
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