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You can share a link to your name in the messenger, but the number will remain secret The developers of the Signal messenger, which is positioned as an application for secure exchange of encrypted messages, have begun testing a new feature. Information about this appeared in the Signal community. The new option suggests that you can use your username (nickname) instead of your phone number. This will prevent other contacts from seeing the Signal user's phone number. You can use a QR code or link to share your contact. [caption id="attachment_81217" align="aligncenter" width="780"] nickname instead of a phone number[/caption] Even more privacy: Signal is testing the ability to use a nickname instead of a phone number The new feature is currently at the internal testing stage. As the application developers noted, this is something like a parallel Signal universe: to test the function, you need to register a new, separate account, and then run a build of the messenger where this option is implemented. Then, in the profile settings in the “Confidentiality” section, you can set a username, which will be available to other contacts instead of a phone number. In this way, you will be able to communicate only with the same visitors of the “parallel universe” who have registered to test the new function. At this stage, the developers do not guarantee the stable operation of this version of the application. This build of Signal is available for Android, iOS (you'll have to use XCode) and desktop operating systems. After internal testing, the developers will decide on larger-scale testing of the new feature and public access to the new version of the application.

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Advantages of Messenger Marketing Services

People always look for the new marketing strategies day in and out.  Many do therefore look to market their products through the messenger platforms. This is because a huge population of people are always using social media from time to time. many young people are always found on various social media hence use messengers a lot of time. This always make the use of messenger to increase from time to time.  There is a widespread search for the messenger marketing services from time to time around the world. One hence need to be very careful when they want genuine marketing services  from time to time.  Majority of people do always know the importance of getting messenger marketing service . Messenger marketing service always makes the marketing service easy by having chat boxes. This article explains the benefits of the messenger marketing service services.

The facebook chat customer service is a cheap mode of doing marketing without having to spend a lot of money.  The cost of messenger marketing is always little compared to other forms of marketing service . You will be able to access the service by paying little plies less on data charges. Your business will hence be very dependable as you get information from one source.

You should look for the marketing service  that allows you perform various functions.  The variety of marketing service  should help you settle on any that you need. You should be able to get marketing service  of different sizes and quality. You will be able to get the marketing service of the different types from the messenger marketing service.

The messenger marketing service is always easy to use.  They can be able to connect easily with different customers from time to time.  Getting to use the messenger marketing service is always very easy from time to time.  Many people are in social media hence you can link them to your site and get the customers that you need.  The messenger marketing service will help you increase your ranking. You need to consider going for a messenger marketing service that has good customer service. Go to this site for more info about these services.

You should look at how best the online messenger marketing service providers will be assisting you in case you have problems during the marketing process. They will always be quick if you have any issues and respond to you quickly.  The messenger marketing service providers should promptly reply to you request to get the messenger marketing services at all times.  You should work with the online messenger marketing service providers that can enable you make orders without any pressure at all times.

The article explains why it is important to work with messenger marketing service. Click on this link for more details: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Messaging_apps.

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What’s Amazing About Twitter

I’m sure the following has been said many times but the concept still has novelty. 

Twitter is just a big text message (SMS) / iMessage / Whatsapp type system. What’s good about text messages is you just say what you want to say without friction. Typos and grammar mistakes are ok. Logical missteps are understood. Regrettable statements are often forgotten. What we are left with is a person’s thoughts, unfiltered. 

There is no looking up a word in the thesaurus, or writer’s block, or need for perfection. Just pure knowledge transferred from one to many. Sure, there is a lot of noise (at least 140 characters prevents rambling), but there are a lot of gems. 

If you prefer organic food, you should like organic thoughts. 

That’s what’s amazing about Twitter. (Assuming you follow the right people and filter ruthlessly) 

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You can share a link to your name in the messenger, but the number will remain secret The developers of the Signal messenger, which is positioned as an application for secure exchange of encrypted messages, have begun testing a new feature. Information about this appeared in the Signal community. The new option suggests that you can use your username (nickname) instead of your phone number. This will prevent other contacts from seeing the Signal user's phone number. You can use a QR code or link to share your contact. [caption id="attachment_81217" align="aligncenter" width="780"] nickname instead of a phone number[/caption] Even more privacy: Signal is testing the ability to use a nickname instead of a phone number The new feature is currently at the internal testing stage. As the application developers noted, this is something like a parallel Signal universe: to test the function, you need to register a new, separate account, and then run a build of the messenger where this option is implemented. Then, in the profile settings in the “Confidentiality” section, you can set a username, which will be available to other contacts instead of a phone number. In this way, you will be able to communicate only with the same visitors of the “parallel universe” who have registered to test the new function. At this stage, the developers do not guarantee the stable operation of this version of the application. This build of Signal is available for Android, iOS (you'll have to use XCode) and desktop operating systems. After internal testing, the developers will decide on larger-scale testing of the new feature and public access to the new version of the application.

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Only two per week. Premium subscribers still have unlimited A new version of the Telegram messenger has appeared for the iOS and Android operating systems. Among the innovations are recommendations of similar channels: when joining a channel, the user will see a list of similar public channels - they are selected automatically by the application. In addition, you can now repost the stories of friends and channels, and the story can be supplemented with your own text, audio track or video commentary. And you can select the circle of users who will be able to see the repost. The developers note that in order to protect privacy, you can only repost stories that are visible to everyone. [caption id="attachment_85233" align="aligncenter" width="387"] Telegram[/caption] Transcription of audio messages in Telegram has become available to all users In the new version of Telegram 10.3, decryption of voice and video messages has become available for all users. Let us remind you that since last year this opportunity has become available to owners of a Premium subscription. This feature allows you to quickly read the content of an audio message and even translate it into another language. However, users without a subscription can decrypt only 2 messages per week, while in the Premium version their number is unlimited. The developers note that this feature will appear in various regions gradually. [caption id="attachment_85234" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Telegram[/caption] Users also have the opportunity to add video messages on top of stories with their comments or simply an eloquent facial expression. Such video messages can be edited: changed size, moved to any point on the screen, and also selected the start and end point. There are also new features for Premium subscribers, in particular the ability to choose unique color combinations with logos for the profile to further emphasize the individuality of the page, as well as set individual wallpapers for individual chats for both yourself and the interlocutor (“free” users can use different wallpapers for chats only at home).

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Secret code is a unique password The team of the popular WhatsApp messenger announced the launch of a useful addition to the private chats function. Closed chats have been available since 2023, and now secret codes have been added to them. [caption id="attachment_85115" align="aligncenter" width="780"] WhatsApp[/caption] As the developers note, thanks to secret codes, private chats have received another level of protection in case someone gains access to your phone or you use the device with someone else. WhatsApp now has private chats with a secret access code The secret code is a unique password. It's different from the one you use to unlock your phone and gives private chats extra security. Users can also hide the "Private Chats" folder from the general list: it will only be visible after entering the secret code in the search bar. If you do not want to hide conversations, you can leave them in the general chat list. To move a new chat to the closed category, simply press and hold on it. You no longer need to open chat settings. The distribution of the innovation has already begun and will gradually become available to WhatsApp users around the world.

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The call can be redirected through the company's servers. But call quality may suffer The messenger has a new feature that allows you to hide your IP address when making calls through the application. Typically, when making calls on WhatsApp (as well as other similar instant messengers), a direct peer-to-peer connection is established between the two users, which ensures optimal voice quality. But connected devices must provide each other with their IP addresses, which violates privacy. [caption id="attachment_80915" align="aligncenter" width="780"] WhatsApp[/caption] WhatsApp can now hide your IP address during calls A WhatsApp call can now be routed through the app's own servers to hide the user's IP address and location. At the same time, calls, as usual, will remain protected by end-to-end encryption, which means that outsiders, including the WhatsApp development team, will not be able to eavesdrop on them. However, the creators of the application admit that activating this function may degrade the quality of communication. In order to hide your IP address during WhatsApp calls, you need to update the application to the latest version and set the corresponding switch in the “Privacy” section in Settings. Group calls on WhatsApp are automatically forwarded to the company's servers by default, so there is no need to enable this setting.

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The number of subscription votes has increased The Telegram team has launched a fresh major update to the popular messenger. One of the most important innovations of the update is that channel owners can now hold sweepstakes, randomly distributing prizes among subscribers. [caption id="attachment_80815" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Telegram update[/caption] Channel owners can create a giveaway and set the conditions for it with just a couple of clicks. At the end of the drawing, Telegram will randomly select winners from among users who meet the specified criteria. Winners receive gift codes, which can serve as public confirmation of winning the drawing. Each gift code activates a free Telegram Premium subscription, but organizers can add their own prizes to the subscription.  [caption id="attachment_80816" align="alignnone" width="600"] Telegram update[/caption] In addition to the number of winners and the duration of the drawing, the organizers, if desired, can limit the number of participants only to new channel subscribers or residents of certain countries. You can also specify additional channels that users need to subscribe to in order to participate in the drawing. Big Telegram update: prize draws in channels and free Premium subscription [caption id="attachment_80817" align="aligncenter" width="385"] Telegram update[/caption] Before the start of the drawing, the organizer must pay for the selected number of Premium subscriptions. [caption id="attachment_80818" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Telegram update[/caption] In addition, with the launch of the update, the developers increased the number of votes provided for the Premium subscription. Now users who pay for the subscription themselves receive 4 votes, which can be given to one channel or distributed among several. Telegram explained: If you give Telegram Premium to another user, he gets 1 vote, and you get 3 additional ones. If you get a subscription for winning the drawing, all 4 votes will remain with the organizing channel. Telegram founder Pavel Durov has already taken advantage of the new function . He launched a drawing for 10,000 subscriptions to Telegram Premium for six months. 

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He spent $200,000 on it Telegram founder Pavel Durov launched a drawing for 10,000 subscriptions to Telegram Premium for six months. He confirmed that he had to spend $200,000 on the competition. In honor of our new feature, I'm hosting a giveaway for 10,000 Telegram Premium subscriptions. In a week, 10,000 random subscribers of my channel will receive a Telegram Premium subscription for 6 months. Pavel Durov will give subscribers 10,000 subscriptions to Telegram Premium Considering that about 1 million people have subscribed to Durov’s channel, the chances of winning are quite high. So far, it turns out that every hundredth subscriber will receive a prize. True, after the announcement the number of subscribers may increase sharply. [caption id="attachment_80708" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Telegram Premium[/caption] The winners will receive their subscriptions on November 13 at 6:00 p.m.

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Attacks have been reported worldwide Kaspersky Lab experts have discovered a modification of the popular WhatsApp messenger that contains previously unknown malware - a Trojan spyware for Android, called CanesSpy. As noted in the press service, the mod has been distributed for some time in Telegram channels in Arabic and Azerbaijani.  [caption id="attachment_79638" align="aligncenter" width="780"] WhatsApp[/caption] From October 5 to October 31, the company’s security solutions prevented more than 340 thousand attacks using it in more than a hundred countries around the world. The largest numbers were recorded in Azerbaijan, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Turkey and Egypt. Russian users also encountered infection attempts. Telegram began distributing a WhatsApp mod with a previously unknown spyware Trojan The new Trojan program can steal data from an infected smartphone: contact list, information about accounts on the device, documents. Also, on command, she begins recording from the device’s microphone. The spy module starts working when you turn on or charge the phone. The main source of infected files is Telegram channels, predominantly in Arabic and Azerbaijani, and the total number of subscribers in the most popular of them alone reaches almost two million users. Kaspersky Lab notified Telegram about the presence of malware in the detected channels. However, malicious mods are also distributed through various sites where you can download mods for instant messengers. 

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Testing began among a limited number of users At the Meta* Connect event, the WhatsApp team talked about upcoming changes in the popular messenger. WhatsApp is planning to add several new features based on artificial intelligence. [caption id="attachment_60991" align="aligncenter" width="780"] WhatsApp[/caption] Immediately after the conference, three new services will be available to some users for testing in chats. The first - AI stickers - allow you to generate custom stickers. WhatsApp is launching an analogue of ChatGPT and Midjourney AI chats (AI chats) - an analog of the ChatGPT chatbot - will allow you to ask the bot questions on “any topic”, as well as arrange debates in group chats with “dozens of unique characters” created by AI. And finally, the third innovation is the generation of photorealistic images from text descriptions. The user just needs to type the /imagine command and add a short description. The WhatsApp support document explains: Visually, AI chats will be different from private messages and chats. To start communicating with an AI bot, you will need to first open a chat with the AI ​​or send a message to the bot. * The Meta company is recognized as an extremist in Russia and is banned.

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The right to publish must be earned The team of the popular Telegram messenger announced the launch of a major update for users. One of the main innovations was support for “Stories” for channels. However, not all channels will be able to publish “Stories”. [caption id="attachment_58916" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Telegram[/caption] In order for a channel to receive the right to publish “Stories,” it is required to collect a certain number of votes from readers. Only users of a paid Telegram Premium subscription can vote. Moreover, the Telegram Premium subscription provides one vote, which the user can give to one channel. Users can transfer their voice to another channel once a day. [caption id="attachment_58917" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Telegram[/caption] Telegram launched “Stories” for channels, as well as many other improvements The more votes a channel has, the higher its level, and each new level allows you to publish 1 additional story per day for all subscribers. The voting system is called “Boosts”. [caption id="attachment_58918" align="aligncenter" width="386"] Telegram[/caption] Channels can collect votes using special links like t.me/drop?boost. You can find a link to vote for your channel and see how many votes are left until the next level on the channel page > “More” > “Statistics” > “Votes”. [caption id="attachment_58919" align="aligncenter" width="542"] Telegram[/caption] Other new additions include reaction stickers that users and channels can add to their stories, the ability to upload audio files for stories (you can add music or voice accompaniment), an updated interface for self-destructing media files, and a one-time view feature, new account login notifications, etc.

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Beta testers can join it The team of the popular WhatsApp messenger decided to take a historic step - they launched a beta version of the application for Apple tablets. WhatsApp has not had a separate native app for iPad for many years, forcing people to use the web version of the messenger. [caption id="attachment_57402" align="aligncenter" width="780"] WhatsApp application for iPad[/caption] The application is not available to all WhatsApp users yet. As noted by the thematic resource WABetaInfo, a test version of the messenger numbered 23.19.1.71, compatible with iPad, has become available for participants in beta testing of WhatsApp for iOS. A separate WhatsApp application for iPad has appeared, but not for everyone yet [caption id="attachment_57403" align="alignnone" width="768"] WhatsApp application for iPad[/caption] To take part in the test, you must sign up for the WhatsApp beta program and download the apps to your iPhone and iPad. Next, you need to set up WhatsApp on your iPad by going to the "Paired Devices" section on your phone. WABetaInfo notes that WhatsApp for iPad does allow you to use the app independently of your phone. At the same time, the iPad application synchronizes sent and received messages with other user devices. Unfortunately, it appears that some features, such as the real-time location feature and status updates, are not working properly right now.

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And company verification As part of the international Conversations conference in Mumbai, the team of the popular WhatsApp messenger presented several new features designed to help companies and their customers solve their problems faster in WhatsApp chats. [caption id="attachment_57376" align="alignnone" width="780"] WhatsApp[/caption] One of the innovations is the WhatsApp Flows feature. With its help, companies will be able to provide more options directly in the chat, such as choosing a seat on a train, ordering food at home or booking an appointment. Companies will also be able to send detailed menus and forms that can be customized to suit different needs. [caption id="attachment_57377" align="alignnone" width="780"] WhatsApp[/caption] In the coming weeks, WhatsApp Flows will be available globally to businesses using the WhatsApp Business platform. [caption id="attachment_57378" align="alignnone" width="780"] WhatsApp[/caption] WhatsApp has launched new features for companies and users - more information, payment in chat You can make purchases directly in the chat. Starting today, September 20, 2023, users in India can add items to their cart and pay using their preferred payment method. All supported apps are available with UPI, debit cards, credit cards and more. [caption id="attachment_57379" align="alignnone" width="780"] WhatsApp[/caption] And finally, a Meta* Verified confirmation procedure has been added for companies. Once verified, they can sign up for a Meta Verified subscription, which includes a verification badge, improved account support, and protection against impersonators. * The Meta company is recognized as extremist in Russia and is banned.

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The function doesn't work yet The team of the popular WhatsApp messenger is actively working on a new feature that will ensure compatibility with third-party messaging platforms. This requirement will become mandatory in the European Union from March 2024. [caption id="attachment_54871" align="aligncenter" width="780"] WhatsApp[/caption] In accordance with these requirements, the developers have taken the first step towards enabling WhatsApp messaging with other instant messengers. Evidence has already been found in the latest beta version of WhatsApp for Android. According to the thematic resource WABetaInfo, a new screen called Third-party Chats has appeared in the WhatsApp beta for Android under number 2.23.19.8. WhatsApp is already preparing to exchange messages with users of Telegram and other instant messengers [caption id="attachment_54872" align="aligncenter" width="242"] WhatsApp[/caption] Active testing has not yet begun; at the moment the screen is not working and is not available to users. However, this is a very strong sign that WhatsApp intends to implement the required compatibility by the deadline.

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By Me and a Colleague: Islamic State Using Telegram App to Communicate with Radicals in Indonesia, Malaysia

By Me and a Colleague: Islamic State Using Telegram App to Communicate with Radicals in Indonesia, Malaysia

The story begins: Communications app Telegram Messenger is in the spotlight after the deadly terrorist attacks in Jakarta last week, with experts in Indonesia and Malaysia saying Islamic State radicals in Syria have used the platform to recruit members from Southeast Asia. The revelations underscore both the apparent popularity of the Berlin-based app among members of the terror organization and…