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AppWizard

February 28, 2025

WhatsApp down for users across the world

On February 28, WhatsApp experienced a global outage that affected users significantly, with reports of issues increasing from 12 complaints at 3 PM to over 38,000 by 4 PM in the UK. Among users, 56% reported being unable to send messages, 32% faced server connection issues, and 12% encountered problems with the app itself.

AppWizard

February 28, 2025

WhatsApp down: Messaging app not working amid major outage

WhatsApp experienced a significant outage on Friday afternoon, UK time, preventing users from sending or receiving messages. Reports of issues peaked around 4 PM, but the service was restored shortly thereafter, allowing normal functionality to resume.

AppWizard

February 28, 2025

WhatsApp has stopped working

WhatsApp experienced a significant outage on Friday afternoon, starting around 4 PM UK time, which affected users globally and prevented them from sending or receiving messages. The outage was tracked by Down Detector, which noted a sharp increase in reports. The service was restored shortly thereafter, allowing users to resume conversations. The incident prompted frustration among users on social media and highlighted the reliance on digital communication platforms.

AppWizard

February 28, 2025

WhatsApp & Messenger global outage

On Friday, WhatsApp and Messenger experienced a significant outage, preventing millions of users from sending or receiving messages and disrupting voice and video calls. Both mobile and desktop versions of the applications were affected, leading to difficulties in logging into accounts. This incident is reminiscent of a similar outage on December 11, 2024, when Meta acknowledged technical problems with its platforms.

AppWizard

February 27, 2025

The Underground’s Favorite Messenger: Telegram’s Reign Continues

Telegram is popular for its focus on privacy and security, featuring end-to-end encryption for secret chats and allowing users to create large groups with up to 200,000 members. It offers channel functionality for broadcasting messages to unlimited subscribers. The platform has faced criticism for insufficient content moderation, leading to the spread of extremist content and illegal activities. Telegram regularly updates its features, including customizable themes and advanced bot integrations, to enhance user experience and maintain competitiveness in the messaging market.

AppWizard

February 16, 2025

Federal workers say they increasingly distrust platforms like Facebook

Federal employees are increasingly concerned about the security of traditional communication platforms and are migrating to encrypted messaging apps like Signal for personal and work-related discussions. This shift is driven by distrust in technology companies, particularly those perceived to have ties with the Trump administration, and fears that user data may be shared with the government. Employees have noted a change in workplace conversation dynamics, becoming more guarded and circumspect. Concerns have also been raised about the potential misuse of personal data, highlighted by past incidents involving companies like Meta. Many federal workers are seeking security tips through forums and adopting measures such as anonymous display names to protect their identities. The federal workforce consists of over 3 million individuals, indicating a significant portion of the U.S. labor market is affected by these privacy and data security concerns.