Why are Facebook Messenger and Instagram delaying the arrival of encrypted messages?
This delay is being put down to concern about protecting young users but it means that Mark Zuckerberg's privacy project is taking a hit.
Wed Nov 24 2021
Facebook takes new steps to stop 'revenge porn' images from spreading
Facebook said it is taking new steps to crack down on its network's "revenge porn" problem, including a new process that prevents users from reposting intimate images shared without the consent.
Wed Apr 05 2017
Anyone can chat with the White House... through a bot
The White House unveiled what was touted as "the first-ever government bot" on the messaging application -- bringing the US government into the age of artificial intelligence.
Sat Oct 15 2016
US President Obama is now contactable via Facebook Messenger
The White House has opened up a new Facebook Messenger channel to allow people to actively relay notes to US President Barack Obama via a more informal platform, for the first time ever.
Sun Aug 14 2016
US President Obama now contactable via Facebook Messenger
For the first time ever, people will be allowed to actively relay notes to US President Barack Obama via a more informal platform.
Thu Aug 11 2016
Facebook Messenger hits one billion users
The growth in Messenger gives greater reach to Facebook, which is moving to create a "family" of applications beyond the social network.
Wed Jul 20 2016
Messaging app Line skyrockets in Tokyo trading debut
Messaging app Line rocketed in its Tokyo trading debut Friday after an eye-popping jump in New York.
Fri Jul 15 2016
Vanishing message app Snapchat lets Memories linger
Vanishing message app Snapchat on Wednesday began giving users the option of storing images as "Memories" they can look back on or share anew.
Thu Jul 07 2016
Police confirms receiving sexual harassment report against paedophile
Based on initial investigations, the suspect and victim got to know each other in February through facebook messenger.
Thu Jun 30 2016
Facebook Messenger now supports group phone calls
Facebook has rolled out a new Messenger feature that allows users to make group calls.
Thu Apr 21 2016
Facebook Messenger reportedly set to facilitate online payments for users
A future update release of Facebook software could allow users with a Facebook Messenger account to pay for goods.
Tue Mar 29 2016
Facebook Messenger app grows to more than 800 million users
Facebook announced Thursday that the number of people using its Messenger application monthly has shot past 800 million, with more features on the way.
Thu Jan 07 2016
Get in line, or move aside. There's no stopping the Digital Revolution.
Astro AWANI's Cherish Leow welcomes the digital revolution. Her advice to traditional businesses: Stay on your toes.
Mon Dec 21 2015
New Facebook Messenger app reminds you to send photos to friends
For those who love taking photos of their friends but often forget to send them, Facebook Messenger has a new feature to help, reports Tech Crunch.
Tue Nov 10 2015
Google Maps for iPhone gets Facebook integration
Google Maps app will now enable iPhone users to share their location on Facebook without toggling between apps.
Thu Jul 09 2015
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024