News24

What is Sim-Binding? New messaging rule that has WhatsApp, Telegram & Snapchat worried and what it means for you

The Department of Telecommunications gave messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, and Snapchat 90 days to ...
News24

What is SIM binding which has left WhatsApp, Snapchat, Telegram and more apps worried?

The government plans to introduce SIM binding for WhatsApp, Telegram and Snapchat by 2026 to curb online fraud and boost ...
MediaNamaOpinion

Flaws in COAI’s statement supporting DOT’s SIM Binding Order

We explain how COAI's statement in support of SIM Binding doesn't address key issues, and understates the impact of the DoT ...
MediaNama

How Can Telecom Operators Help Prevent Digital Fraud Without SIM Binding? #NAMA

Learn what experts at MediaNama's 'Impact of SIM Binding on Social Media' event said about telecom operators handling fraud ...

Airtel, Reliance Jio and Vodafone-Idea to WhatsApp, Snapchat and others: Government is 'right' on SIM-binding and seven 'reasons' you are 'wrong'

India's Department of Telecommunications mandates SIM-binding for messaging apps like WhatsApp, requiring users to maintain ...
DMR News

India Orders Stricter SIM Linking for Messaging Apps, Putting WhatsApp Usage at Risk

WhatsApp is facing heightened regulatory pressure in India after new government directions ordered messaging apps to stay ...

SIM-Binding will not affect user convenience, says COAI

COAI dismissed concerns that SIM-binding would inconvenience users abroad or those with single-SIM devices. It said keeping the Indian SIM in a secondary slot allows seamless use of communication apps ...