WhatsApp News & Updates for July 2025

WhatsApp Introduces Channel Subscriptions and Promoted Channels in Updates Tab

4 days ago

WhatsApp is launching new features in the Updates tab, including channel subscriptions, promoted channels, and ads in Status. Users can subscribe to channels for exclusive updates and discover new ones. These features will not impact personal chats, and privacy is prioritized with end-to-end encryption. Ads will use limited information, and WhatsApp will not sell or share phone numbers. The rollout will happen over the next few months.

WhatsApp Business Calling API Enables Seamless End-to-End Customer Journeys

16 days ago

WhatsApp provides businesses with a trusted platform for customer engagement through the WhatsApp Business Calling API, which enables integrated native calling in one thread. This tool enhances lead conversion and customer support by streamlining sales processes and offering efficient escalation channels. Key features include user-initiated calls, business-initiated calls, and click-to-call buttons, all aimed at improving customer experiences.

WhatsApp launches AI Message Summaries for private group chat catch-ups

22 days ago

WhatsApp has introduced Message Summaries, an AI feature that privately summarizes unread messages in group chats to help users catch up quickly. It uses Private Processing technology to ensure privacy, with no one else seeing the summaries or messages. The feature is optional, off by default, and users can control which chats use AI features. It's currently available in English in the US, with plans to expand.

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WhatsApp Introduces Ads in Updates Tab

1 months ago

Meta Ads WhatsApp

WhatsApp is adding ads and new features to its Updates tab, used by 1.5 billion daily users, without affecting personal chats. Users can subscribe to channels for exclusive content, and admins can promote channels. Ads will appear in Status to help users discover businesses. Personal messages remain end-to-end encrypted, and ad targeting uses limited data like location and followed channels. Phone numbers won't be shared with advertisers.

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WhatsApp Adds New Status Features with Music Sharing and Collage Options

1 months ago

WhatsApp is introducing four new Status features to enhance self-expression through collages, music, and stickers. Users can create photo collages with Layout, share songs or music stickers, turn photos into stickers, and use the Add Yours sticker to invite friends to join conversations. These encrypted status updates are visible only to contacts and will roll out to all users in the coming months.

WhatsApp launches new app for iPad with multitasking and video calls

1 months ago

WhatsApp has launched its app for iPad, offering an integrated experience with features like video and audio calls for up to 32 people, screen sharing, and use of front and back cameras. It supports iPadOS multitasking features and works with Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil. The app syncs across devices with end-to-end encryption and includes privacy features like chat lock. Available now on the App Store.

WhatsApp Adds Voice Chat for Groups of All Sizes with End-to-End Encryption

1 months ago

WhatsApp now offers voice chat for groups of all sizes, allowing live audio conversations without leaving the group chat or making a call. Anyone can start a voice chat by swiping up and holding at the bottom of the chat. Voice chats don't notify members, letting them join or leave anytime. The chat stays pinned for easy access, and all voice chats are end-to-end encrypted for privacy.

WhatsApp Introduces Private Processing for Secure AI Message Handling

2 months ago

Meta is creating Private Processing for AI on WhatsApp, enabling users to process messages securely without exposing data to Meta or WhatsApp. This technology uses a Trusted Execution Environment to ensure confidentiality and user control, allowing independent verification of security. It aims to enhance privacy while providing AI features like message summarization, with measures against threats and openness to external audits and feedback.

WhatsApp Launches Advanced Chat Privacy for Enhanced Message Protection

2 months ago

WhatsApp offers end-to-end encryption for messages and calls, along with features like disappearing messages and chat lock. The new "Advanced Chat Privacy" setting blocks chat exports, auto-downloads, and AI usage of messages, enhancing protection in sensitive discussions. This feature is particularly useful in groups with less familiar members. Users can activate it by tapping the chat name, and it is rolling out in the latest WhatsApp version.

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