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Signal Rejects AI and Ads, Distinguishing Itself from WhatsApp

#Advertising #artificialintelligence #messagingapps #signal #whatsapp
https://blazetrends.com/signal-rejects-ai-and-ads-distinguishing-itself-from-whatsapp/?fsp_sid=53086

#WhatsApp has introduced channels, music in status etc. and has made WhatsApp into another social media and less of a mainstream #messenger.

👿 The bad:

• It is targeting people who are not on social media to be hooked.

• I feel there's a possibility of WhatsApp removing encryption in future , now that its even less serious form of messenger.

😈 The good:

• It seems to be so distractive and cluttered that it makes #signal , #simplex and other #floss options more attractive.

#messagingapps #briar #foss #switchtosignal #privacy @signalapp @simplex

WhatsApp Introduces AI-Powered Message Summaries Feature

#AIinnovation #artificialintelligence #chatsummaries #messagingapps #whatsapp
https://blazetrends.com/whatsapp-introduces-ai-powered-message-summaries-feature/?fsp_sid=49920

A new study (https://arxiv.org/abs/2407.10589) shows that 11 out of 21 “secure” messaging apps on Android leaked personal data via Google’s Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM):

📛 Usernames
📞 Phone numbers
🧾 Even full messages (Skype, Discord, JusTalk, WeChat)

✅ Only a few apps got it right, Signal stands out:
• No data leakage via FCM
• E2E encryption by default
• Open-source & nonprofit-backed

🇺🇸 Even Trump team used Signal.

#Signal #Privacy #Cybersecurity #FCM #MessagingApps #Encryption #DigitalRights

Twitter's new encrypted DMs, dubbed XChat, rely on a weak PIN-based scheme vulnerable to brute-force attacks, with no forward secrecy or meaningful protections against metadata leakage. Experts suggest using Signal instead.

https://mjg59.dreamwidth.org/71646.html

#Encryption #Privacy #Infosec #MessagingApps

iOS 26 to Bring New Features to Messages, CarPlay, and More

#apple #carplay #iOS26 #iphone #messagingapps
https://blazetrends.com/ios-26-to-bring-new-features-to-messages-carplay-and-more/?fsp_sid=44772

⚠️ App security alert: TM SGNL — a custom Signal fork used by high-level U.S. officials — was reportedly hacked 📱🔓

Key findings via researchers:
🛠️ Hardcoded credentials found in the app’s source code
📥 Hacker claims to have breached TeleMessage (creator of TM SGNL) in minutes
📁 Archive server may store unencrypted copies of sensitive messages
📇 Leaked data includes government contacts, messages, and backend access

🚨 Why it matters:
🔐 TM SGNL modifies Signal to support message archiving — possibly before encryption
⚠️ That’s a potential plaintext vulnerability — even if E2EE is in place
💬 Raises urgent questions about how U.S. officials handle sensitive digital comms

🛡️ Security leaders should:
📱 Vet third-party forks of secure messaging apps rigorously
🚫 Avoid using unofficial tools for sensitive communication
🧾 Align secure messaging practices with compliance and cybersecurity

This incident isn’t just a breach — it’s a wake-up call about assuming encryption = security.

#CyberSecurity #MessagingApps #Signal #DataBreach #GovernmentSecurity #ThreatIntel #security #privacy #cloud #infosec

https://www.csoonline.com/article/3977385/company-behind-modified-signal-app-used-by-mike-walz-allegedly-hacked.html

WhatsApp is rolling out cloud-based AI features like message summarization and composition, powered by Private Processing to keep your chats secure and private. AI tools, privacy-first. #WhatsApp #AI #Privacy #DataSecurity #CloudAI #TechNews #EndToEndEncryption #MessagingApps

Want more privacy for your WhatsApp conversations? 🔒 A new built-in security feature lets you lock specific chats with biometrics or a secret code. Learn how to secure your private messages and keep them hidden from prying eyes 👀 Read our step-by-step guide to enhance your chat privacy.

#WhatsApp #Privacy #ChatSecurity #MessagingApps #MetaPlatforms

https://true-tech.net/how-to-lock-whatsapp-chats-guide/

Keep your WhatsApp conversations private with new Chat Lock feature 🔒 Now you can secure specific chats using biometrics or a secret code for enhanced privacy 🔐 Read our step-by-step guide to learn how to protect your private conversations.

#WhatsApp #Privacy #ChatLock #MessagingApps #DigitalSecurity

https://true-tech.net/how-to-lock-whatsapp-chats-guide/

Samsung quietly retires its Google Messages rival, and not everyone is happy about it. What's your take?

#SamsungNews #TechUpdates #MessagingApps https://zurl.co/NIwEp

Google Messages Activates AI Powered Nudity Blurring with On-Device Warnings

#GoogleMessages #Android #AI #ContentWarning #Privacy #SafetyCore #NudityDetection #MessagingApps #Mobile #Google #Alphabet #CyberSafety #OnDeviceAI #RCS

https://winbuzzer.com/2025/04/22/google-messages-activates-ai-powered-nudity-blurring-with-on-device-warnings-xcxwbn/

WhatsApp Unveils New Features for Chats, Calls, and Channels to Enhance User Experience

#chatfunctionality #messagingapps #newfeatures #socialmediaupdates #whatsapp
https://blazetrends.com/whatsapp-unveils-new-features-for-chats-calls-and-channels-to-enhance-user-experience/?fsp_sid=11369

WhatsApp Tests New Chat Privacy Features

or

WhatsApp Enhances Chat Security with Export Restrictions

#automatedmediasaving #chatexport #messagingapps #socialmediafeatures #whatsapp
https://blazetrends.com/whatsapp-tests-new-chat-privacy-featuresor-whatsapp-enhances-chat-security-with-export-restrictions/?fsp_sid=8879

A conversation with Prof. Alberto Segre, Chair of CS at University of Iowa.

This clip dives into encrypted messaging — how tools like WhatsApp protect your privacy (or don’t), and why understanding the tech matters more than ever.

We also talk AI, quantum computing, and internet history. It’s deep, but accessible.

🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
https://youtu.be/RqSkKahvlPA
#theinternetiscrack #podcast #Encryption #Cybersecurity #TechPodcast #InternetEthics #MessagingApps

Experts say Signal is as secure as messaging gets, but is it safe for national security? 🤔🔒 Read more about why it's not recommended for sensitive government communications: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-26/signal-safe-as-messaging-gets-but-not-for-national-security/105093006 #SignalSecurity #MessagingApps #NationalSecurity #newz

@Mer__edith @signalapp @purism @PINE64 @furilabs @postmarketOS @volla @ubports @mobian I understand that addition of linked desktop devices can be a security concern from Signal's point of view. However, please allow us the option (after registering/activating on Signal Android) to completely move to the #SignalDesktop and deactivate/deregister the mobile version altogether. You can even make this dependent on the mobile user granting permission.

Thank you for the great work you all are doing for #privacy and secure communication. Although we do not like the phone number requirement, we still consider Signal one of the best communication apps and have on-boarded countless numbers of users.

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#FOSS #FLOSS #OpenSource #dataprivacy #messagingapps

@GrahamDowns @signalapp

Yes, Signal is the messaging app of choice for government people who want to hide what they're doing. They know the other apps are insecure because they themselves can spy on people using them. And they won't use official secure channels because they want to avoid accountability

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/mar/27/stephanie-foster-signal-australian-home-affairs-secretary-trump-scandal?CMP=share_btn_url

#Signal #messagingapps