WhatsApp boosts security as teen limits tighten on social apps

DURING the week from August 24 to August 30, 2026, Malwarebytes Labs reported various security issues and updates including new security features in WhatsApp, the implications of an AI agent swarm incident at Hugging Face, privacy concerns with popular apps, and scams involving fake listings and tech support schemes. Key highlights include a default two-hour limit for teens on Instagram and Facebook, alerts on phishing scams targeting TikTok users, and dangerous malware affecting Android devices. The blog emphasizes the ongoing need for users to stay vigilant about their online security.