WhatsApp to message users about protecting themselves from scams

The firm said it means users will get prompts about safety and security, rather than having to search for this information themselves. — AFP

LONDON: WhatsApp is to start sending users safety and security messages via a new official conversation thread in the chat app.

The Meta-owned platform said users will see a message appear in their chat list from WhatsApp itself, starting a one-way conversation where the app provides a range of updates for users.