WhatsApp News: That's why WhatsApp forbids the transmission of messages

Therefore, it could not be fair that traditional telecom transaction providers should comply with certain regulatory requirements – not the online service. The rules concern data protection requirements as well as the establishment of monitoring interfaces for security authorities. Many online services such as WhatsApp, iMessage, Signal or Wire rely on what is called end-to-end encryption, in which only the sender and the recipient can see the content in plain text. For the suppliers, they remain illegible and can not therefore disseminate the news at the request of the government. In the case of conventional SMS, however, the monitoring interfaces are mandatory.

"We want to provide European businesses with a fair environment," Homann said. Telecommunications industry leaders such as Deutsche Telekom CEO Timotheus Höttges have been calling for equal treatment of national and European communication services for years. However, they often leave open the question of whether to tighten the rules for online services or to relax.

The Federal Network Agency has been asking Google for several years to register its GMail email service as a telecommunications offer. The dispute is currently before the Court of Justice of the European Communities. Homann said that he considers the dispute with Google as a test case and would follow a success with the CJEU a wider crackdown, writes the Financial Times.

Context of the dispute between carriers and ISPs is that Web services are increasingly replacing traditional communication channels. In the case of network operators, the use therefore goes from language and own short message offers such as SMS to offers from pure Internet providers. A big topic in the industry is therefore how telecommunications companies can convert mobile data consumption into fast growing money. Deutsche Telekom is owned directly and indirectly by a third of the state.

+++ 03.07.2017: WhatsApp introduces "muzzle" for group discussions +++

In the latest version of the app for iOS and Android, it is possible to make new settings for groups . Thus, the administrators – the owners of the group – can decide that only they can post. This can be very useful, for example, for groups where current events are displayed on events or other events.

+++ 26.06.2018: Wrong WhatsApp messages lead to justice lynch +++

After a fake WhatsApp message a mob in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh attacked two innocent men. According to "Spiegel Online", the message read a warning: Men disguised as beggars allegedly killed people and sold their organs. A false report, as it turns out later.

Apparently not an isolated case. Just a few weeks ago, a man was killed by a mob because a message from WhatsApp should have exposed him as a supposed child kidnapper. According to "Spiegel Online" more than "a dozen people in similar incidents are beaten in India this year alone."

+++ 23.06.2018: Warning about the fake adidas raffle via WhatsApp contact +++

Right now, a fake raffle is going on for WhatsApp, which is supposed to win a jersey, but in the end does reveals that his personal data, warns "mimikama.at". Users receive the invitation to the fake raffle of a WA contact and should then answer questions. The perfidious: You certainly win!

Because in order to receive the "prize", you must enter your personal data. These are used for emails or annoying or sold advertising calls. So: Stay away from the pseudo draws and friends point out!

+++ 20.06.2018: "Dual Messenger" feature allows WhatsApp with two mobile numbers +++

Who has more than two WhatsApp accounts on his smartphone wants to use, has a problem. Users of a dual-sim device then have the inconvenience. With one trick, you can use WhatsApp on the smartphone with two mobile numbers. Users must first install WhatsApp on their devices and register with a number. then the application must be cloned. As netzwelt.de writes, Samsung allows to clone apps on multiple devices such as the Galaxy S9 and the Galaxy S9 Plus, as well as Galaxy A6, A6 + and Galaxy J5 and J7. If you update the Galaxy S8, Note 8 and S7 on Android 8, you can also use the "Dual Messenger" function

If you want to use the "Dual Messenger", you need to go to "Advanced Features" in Settings. There you have to select the "Dual Messenger" and activate "WhatsApp". Then you can install a second version of the WhatsApp application. These can then be set up with a second phone number.

+++ 19.06.2018: This application converts voice messages to text messages +++

If you do not feel like typing messages in the messenger WhatsApp, it's for you Voice Mail a boon: simply hold the microphone button and speak the message in your cell phone. But for the recipient, voice messages are not always practical, after all, listening to private messages in public does not please everyone. Users of voice messages can now rejoice, because with the application "Transcriber for WhatsApp" is a smartphone application initially, which makes text messages from text messages.

The free app should only be installed in addition to WhatsApp on the smartphone and comes used as soon as a voice message arrives. If you do not want to listen to it but want to read it as a text message, just mark the corresponding voice message, select the "Share" button and then click on the "Transcriber for WhatsApp" application. A little later, the voice message transcribed will appear on the display

+++ 16.06.2018: On these devices there will soon be more WhatsApp +++

Check your system d & # 39; On your smartphone, if you continue the WhatsApp messenger Service. As the "chip.de" portal reports, WhatsApp reportedly announced support for two older operating systems. For example, "Android Gingerbread (Android 2.3.3 to 2.3.7) and iOS 7" as well as Windows Phone 8.0 and older versions, Nokia Symbian S60, BlackBerry OS and BlackBerry 10 will be removed as of February 1, 2020. [19659011] How many users this will still affect at this time remains uncertain. After all, the Android version has already appeared in December 2010, iOS7 is outstanding since the autumn of 2014.

+++ 15.06.2018: "Account locked!" THIS EMAIL LAUNCHES YOU IN A TRAP +++

Scammers are currently trying to lure WhatsApp users into a bad trap. Currently, a fake e-mail goes around. The line of object causes panic among many users. He says, "Your account has been blocked!" The email asks WhatsApp users to update their payment information. A link leads to a form where you can submit them.

But beware: The mail is a fake, despite the appearance, which is very reminiscent of WhatsApp. This becomes clear when you read the text. It was written in bad German. As "mimikama.at" writes, users should simply delete the e-mail. WhatsApp never contacts e-mails with its users. Only a mobile number is deposited in the system.

+++ 12.06.2018: False "Martinelli" virus makes tourbillon +++

Again and again false alerts to WhatsApp on the turn. Recent example: Martinelli. "Tomorrow I want a video on WhatsApp, called martinelli, please do not open hack your phone and it can not be repaired, do not click WhatsApp Gold Updates either, just received the news is considered very serious, please "in the message." Mimikama.at "gives clarity to all.There is no virus called Martinelli.Already in July 2017, the Italian police gave Clearly, the viral message was the first to circulate, and those who receive such a message should suppress it as best as possible.

+++ 12.06.2018: "Message forwarded!" This function divides users from WhatsApp +++

There is a new feature in the beta version of WhatsApp.As "WABetaInfo" writes, the transferred messages will now tell the recipient that it is a forwarded message WhatsApp apparently wants to ensure more transparency.However, the original author al is not aware that a message has been transmitted by him. When the function is deployed around the world, it is still not clear.

If you do not like the function, you can also work around it: For this, the message must only be typed or copied and the new recipient will not see any "message transferred" indication. 19659002] +++ 11.06.2018: Easier to record WhatsApp voicemail messages on Android +++

With the new WhatsApp update, Android users can also benefit from. an enhanced voice recording function. While the microphone should be pressed earlier to take a message, it will be sufficient in the future to slide the microphone button up to write longer voice messages.

+++ 08.06.2018: Foppers Competition Promises Knoppers Box + ++

WhatsApp news circulating again and again promise promotions or discounted gifts. Often, he hides a shabby behind. Recent example: A "Knoppers Box Free". The wording says: "I just got a free Knoppers Box, you can also get one by visiting the link, thanks later with me https://knoppers-de.com."

Click on the link, you come to a fake draw. This has nothing to do with the snack manufacturer. Even a box of Knoppers does not exist. All that the original sender of this message wants is to reach as many contacts as possible with the message to earn money through an affiliate program at the end of the raffle. false. Just ignore this message and delete it directly.

+++ 07.06.2018: These messengers are allowed on service phones +++

With the advent of new privacy rules, more and more companies are forbidding WhatsApp from their phones. The reason is the automatic transfer of the complete address book without the prior consent of the owner. Nevertheless, workers do not have to do without comfortable messengers. Some can be used despite DSGVO. For example, Threema. The messenger not only encrypts all messages, but also renounces the transfer of the phone book on demand. The Hoccer messaging application transmits all encrypted information on German servers and removes these bypasses. Another alternative is signal: You can also download the phonebook, but you can also deny it and enter all the numbers manually.

+++ 05.06.2018: Continental banned WhatsApp and Snapchat on service phones +++

Continental car supplier banned its employees from using social media applications like WhatsApp and Snapchat on service phones due to privacy issues. This applies in the global business network and affects more than 36,000 mobile phones, Continental said Tuesday in Hannover. The goal is to protect employees and business partners. The services accessed personal and potentially sensitive data – such as address book entries.

+++ 04.06.2018: Video Calls in Group Discussions +++

Up to now, WhatsApp only allows to make phone calls or even video chats with individuals. But that will change soon. Beta users can use the new feature since mid-May. When all WhatsApper video calls can finally lead within groups, is not yet clear.

+++ 28.05.2018: Too many porn on the smartphone? +++

WhatsApp is currently broadcasting a message that is confusing to users. "This message could not be loaded because there is too much pornography on this cell phone," the message says. It is similar to the font that appears when a message is deleted. However, it differs in some ways: The barred circle is reflected and the color of the font is black and not gray Is it a virus, a hacker or even an Abofalle?

How "mimikama.at" writes C is just a joke. WhatsApp probably can not tell how much pornographic material is on the phone of the user. You can easily format a font on WhatsApp.

+++ 22.05.2018: The use of WhatsApp on a cell phone service is a violation of DSGVO +++

According to data protection experts, the professional is using WhatsApp a violation of the DSGVO. A transfer of data without consent is prohibited. If you do it anyway, you must expect costly penalties. Companies who violate the GDPR should expect fines of up to four percent of the annual business turnover.

+++ 18.05.2018: Does the General Data Protection Regulation restrict the use of WhatsApp? +++

The European General Data Protection Regulation (DSGVO) enters into force on 25 May 2018. Anyone who uses WhatsApp not only privately but also professionally on a business telephone could, according to the expertise, violate the GDPR and thus become liable to prosecution. According to Marit Hansen, state commissioner for data protection in Schleswig-Holstein, if customer data is transmitted "without legal basis or consent", it is a data protection offense.

The "world" continues to write mainly to artisans and the self-employed. Use the customer data in WhatsApp. And that could be expensive: Data breaches are punished with high fines. It is recommended to behave according to the law from the beginning, in order to avoid this. Crafters use WhatsApp as a means of communication on construction sites and have their photos sent by customers with break points. "Since Whatsapp has access to this image, there is a data transfer to Whatsapp, for which the affected client has not given his consent," said the expert. Markus Pfeifer's data protection compared to the "world".

+++ 16.05.2018: New Features for Group Chat +++

WhatsApp developers have added new features to the group chat. These should give more control to administrators and users. So now, in the group description, the purpose of the group, the rules as well as the subjects can be defined. In addition, the administrator can specify who can edit the description, the name and the image of the group. Incidentally, administrators can now withdraw their status from other administrators. However, it is no longer possible to remove the founder of the group group.

But not all WhatsApp users are excited about group discussions. Anyone who leaves a group because he is bored can now be happy. WhatsApp now prevents anyone from being added immediately after leaving a group. In addition, there is a new search function in the group, so you can search not only the content, but also the group members, as well as the messages in which they were mentioned. There is now the new "@" button.

+++ 08.05.2018: WhatsApp trap! Message crashes phone +++

WhatsApp users should be careful these days. Once again, a dangerous message is circulating that could crash not only your messenger but your entire cell phone. The news seems harmless, with "It's super interesting" to animate to open. At the end of the message, there is a black dot to support.

Those who click will inevitably put their system to the test. According to "chip.de" Android and iOS users are concerned. If you receive such a message from a stranger, then better to ignore it and delete it directly.

+++ 07.05.2018: WhatsApp now reads Facebook videos +++

With the latest update of iOS version WhatsApp closer to the parent company Facebook. With version 2.18.51, it is now possible to share Facebook and Instagram videos directly via WhatsApp and play there too. The video then goes to the current chat (picture-in-picture function). This will allow WhatsApp users not only to enlarge the video, but also to move it during playback and even to change the conversation. When the function for other operating systems is available, it is not yet clear.

+++ 06.05.2018: German sends less SMS +++

The SMS is becoming more and more the abandoned model. Last year, according to new figures from the Federal Agency of Networks, just over 10 billion SMS were sent to Germany. At the height of the SMS era in 2012, it was nearly 60 billion. Since then, free email services such as WhatsApp or iMessage have gone over the text message.

The use of mobile data continues to grow. Last year, about 1.4 billion gigabytes of data was transmitted over mobile networks. This is an increase of 52% over 2016 – a consequence of the growing popularity of smartphones.

+++ 04.05.2018: Will WhatsApp be showing ads soon? +++

In 2012, the founder of WhatsApp, Jan Koum, said that there would be no advertising in WhatsApp. It's history now: Koum has now turned his back on the messenger. Facebook boss, David Marcus, confirmed in an interview with CNBC that WhatsApp will open in the future for advertising

The appearance of advertising integration is still unclear . Marcus simply stated that he wanted to give businesses access to WhatsApp. In addition, it is discussed internally the possibility of integrating advertising into the status. Likewise, this is already applied in the Instagram story function.

+++ 02.05.2018: Group video telephony, stickers and Co.! Zuckerberg presents +++ updates

At the Facebook F8 conference, WhatsApp manufacturers announced several new Messenger features. For example, users of the chat application should soon be able to video call with multiple people at the same time.

In addition, the stickers should soon be sent via WhatsApp. It should even be possible to send regional stickers. So there could be stickers that are only usable in Berlin. In addition, third-party sellers can sell stickers to WhatsApp users.

+++ 25.04.2018: Beware of this ugly trap WhatsApp +++

Unfortunately, this happens again and again: Currently, a supposed tombola haunts the WhatsApp Messenger, which is free for anyone. user Chocolate basket full of products from the manufacturer Milka promises. The problem: The message is a bad trap in which sweet-toothed cats quickly become victims. The sender just collects user data for commercial mail or calls – there is no raffle. So: Stay away!

+++ 25.04.2018: WhatsApp users must be 16 +++

Now it's official: Only those who are 16 years old, can still use the messenger, reports Bild .com. Until now, the minimum age was 13 years old. WhatsApp's Facebook mother must comply with the new EU data protection regulations, which will be applicable from May 25th. However, users must be at least that age to consent to the processing of their data.

Nevertheless, young people will likely continue to use the application: there is no control – one simply asks the user when he is already 16 years old. ]

+++ Apr 20, 2018: The Prio function marks important news +++

Anyone who writes with several people knows the problem: important messages are lost time and time again. WhatsApp now offers its users a new feature so that the past belongs to the past. In Beta 2.18.117, individual contacts and groups can be prioritized. This allows you to specify that you always want to be informed of new messages everywhere. Users no longer need to cut a full channel, but can specifically select important people and those who are not.

By default, all contacts are set to "priority notifications". If you want to change this, you have to select the settings under "Notifications" and then make a separate adjustment in the respective contact or group information.

+++ 16.04.2018: WhatsApp increases the minimum age +++

Soon, the use of WhatsApp could be banned for under 16s. The reason: The messenger giant sets the minimum age to use the application of 13 to 16 years. As indicated by "WABetaInfo", the amendment is to enter into force on May 25, 2018 at the latest. In this case, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (DSGVO) will also apply. This means that only data from users over the age of 16 can be collected. Since WhatsApp also collects all data, it must comply with the law.

If you are younger, you need the parent's or guardian's consent for later use. WhatsApp will inform about the change.