US reportedly investigate claims that Meta can read encrypted WhatsApp messages

Published: 14 hours ago (January 31, 2026 at 08:27 AM EST)

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Source: Hacker News

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Article URL: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/jan/31/us-authorities-reportedly-investigate-claims-that-meta-can-read-encrypted-whatsapp-messages
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