WhatsApp submits reply to Centre's notice on username feature, government reviewing response

WhatsApp has submitted a formal response to the Indian government regarding a notice concerning its new username feature. The government is currently reviewing the submission to ensure compliance with local regulations.
Why it matters
This reflects ongoing regulatory tensions between global tech platforms and the Indian government regarding data privacy and feature implementation.
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The article provides a factual update on a regulatory process without taking a stance on the dispute.
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