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Meta appoints CRED founder Kunal Shah as WhatsApp CEO while investing $900 million in his fintech startup, signaling a push into paid messaging features amid massive AI infrastructure spending.
WhatsApp head Will Cathcart steps down after seven years, with Kunal Shah taking over and Meta investing $900M in Cred.
WhatsApp is testing a view‑once option for text messages on iPhone, blocking copies and screenshots, with Android development also under way.
Meta introduces subscription plans for Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp with premium features, mirroring Snapchat's successful model that has generated $1 billion in annual revenue.
Meta rolls out paid subscription tiers for Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, offering exclusive features for $2.99-$3.99 per month under the new Meta One initiative.
WhatsApp is testing a new disappearing messages feature that triggers the deletion countdown only after the recipient reads the message, rather than upon sending.
WhatsApp rolls out a redesigned media share sheet on iOS, featuring a recents grid for faster file sharing without leaving the conversation.
Meta launches Incognito Chat for its AI on WhatsApp and Meta AI, promising end-to-end encrypted, ephemeral conversations—just days after removing encrypted DMs on Instagram.
WhatsApp launches paid Plus subscription on iPhone, offering custom themes, icons, and premium features for heavy users.
