DC Edit | WhatsApp, Insta Must Focus Much More On Safety Issues
Published on: July 6, 2026, 11:04 p.m. | Source: Deccan Chronicle
Though the WhatsApp username feature provides users with extra privacy, particularly in business, public groups, and temporary interactions, it could be abused if it is poorly designed. Telegram has shown how usernames can make it easier for scammers, impersonators, and bad actors to reach users, leading to its ban in the run-up to the Neet exam. If WhatsApp walks the same path with a vast user base, the risk could be far greater
