WhatsApp rolls out passkey upgrades, AI scam alerts and caller ID

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WHATSAPP has introduced new security features aimed at enhancing user account protection, including support for multiple passkeys, an upgraded two-step verification process that allows for longer passwords with special characters, and a caller context feature for Android users to better identify unknown callers. The app reports that over 1 billion users are utilizing passkeys, which can now be added for different operating systems (iOS and Android). The recent launch of a Scam Alert feature leveraging AI to flag suspicious messages underscores WhatsApp's commitment to user security.

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