WhatsApp, the world’s most popular messaging app with over 2 billion users, has introduced new measures to combat spam and fraudulent accounts. The platform has recently launched an anti-spam feature that automatically suspends accounts that engage in spamming activities, without requiring users to report them. This system aims to prevent fraudulent accounts from sending mass messages containing fake business offers, fraudulent job postings or suspicious content.
In addition to this new feature, WhatsApp has also introduced a way for users to organize events within groups. This feature allows group members to create events directly on the platform and receive automatic notifications as the event approaches. It is currently available for Community groups and will soon be expanded to all groups in the near future.
WhatsApp has also enhanced responses in ad groups, allowing administrators to gather feedback from members while keeping the group organized and easy to navigate. Responses are grouped together to provide context, and notifications are muted for everyone to minimize interruptions.
These updates aim to improve the user experience on WhatsApp by combating spam, organizing group events and enhancing communication within various group settings. While a release date for these updates is yet to be announced, they are expected to significantly improve the user experience on WhatsApp.