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Govt directs Meta not to roll out WhatsApp username feature, seeks explanation in 3 days; company reacts

India’s government has halted WhatsApp’s new username feature, demanding a detailed explanation within three days. Officials are concerned about impersonation, fraud, and weakened accountability, as users could be misled by similar-looking usernames. Cybersecurity experts and startup founders echo these fears, warning of potential scams and a decline in public trust.

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