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Somalia Asks Meta to Delay WhatsApp Usernames Rollout Over Security Risks

10 July 2026 · Single source · Edition 5

Somalia has requested Meta to postpone the global rollout of WhatsApp usernames, citing potential security risks. The Somali government is concerned that the new feature could be exploited by extremist groups or criminals, posing a threat to national security and public safety.

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