WhatsApp to Start Showing Ads on Status & Channel Feeds

WhatsApp will soon display ads on the Status screen, similar to Instagram Stories. Meta says targeting will rely on general signals like location and app activity, not private messages. Users can also subscribe to exclusive channel content. With over 1.5 billion daily users on Status and Channels, this marks a major revenue shift beyond its business tools.

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Perplexity AI Chatbot Launches on WhatsApp, with More Features on the Way

Perplexity AI, the popular answer engine, is now available on WhatsApp, allowing users to chat without signing up or downloading an app. Just save +1 (833) 436-3285 and start asking questions. It also works on WhatsApp Web. More features like voice mode and media generation are coming soon, making AI more accessible, especially in WhatsApp-dominant regions.

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WhatsApp Rolls Out New Features Across Chats, Calls & Channels

WhatsApp has introduced new updates including real-time online status in group chats, smarter notification controls, and document scanning on iPhones. Video calls now offer better quality and reliability. Users can create events in personal chats, invite others during calls, and enjoy upgraded channel tools like short video sharing, QR codes, and voice message summaries.

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