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Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, and Threads were down - here's what you need to know
By Lance Ulanoff last updated
Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, and Threads are down or failing - Here's what you need to know
Should you ditch unencrypted messaging apps? Here's what experts say about the FBI's warning
By Christian Rowlands published
The FBI recently warned Americans to strictly use encrypted messaging apps to keep their communications secure. But is it really something you need to worry about?
Pakistan VPN ban: how to stay safe online and bypass restrictions
By Chiara Castro last updated
Authorities have just withdrawn the plan over "lack of legal grounds" to ban VPNs – but usage could still be at risk. Here, some workarounds and alternatives.
Got an older iPhone? WhatsApp won’t work on it for much longer
By Alex Blake published
WhatsApp has warned users on iOS 15 or earlier that it will soon stop working with their iPhones.
Pakistan withdraws plans for VPN ban – but usage may still be at risk
By Chiara Castro published
No legal grounds to ban VPNs, said Pakistan's Law Ministry. Yet, VPN usage may still be at risk.
VPN usage keeps soaring in Pakistan as internet remains restricted
By Chiara Castro last updated
The likes of WhatsApp, Bluesky, X, Facebook, and Instagram cannot be accessed without a VPN in Pakistan. Yet, VPN usage is also a target.
Pakistan restricts access to WhatsApp amid anti-government protests
By Chiara Castro last updated
After X, Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky, also WhatsApp cannot be used in Pakistan without a VPN. Yet, VPN usage is also a target.
I can’t believe setting up WhatsApp on a new phone is still this painful
By Jamie Richards published
Meta maintains the best messaging services in the world – how can transferring WhatsApp between two phones still be so rough?
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