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Economic Times Tech
7/1/2026
Worries arise over gaming of WhatsApp usernames

Worries arise over gaming of WhatsApp usernames

Short summary

WhatsApp's upcoming username feature reduces SIM-swap and contact-scraping risks but raises identity-fraud concerns. The rollout is expected later in 2026.

  • •Username login reduces phone number exposure and SIM-swapping vulnerability
  • •New risks: identity fraud and uncontrolled data sharing across platforms
  • •Feature arrives H2 2026

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