WhatsApp, Telegram respond to MeitY notices over username feature

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has raised concerns that the username feature in WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal could facilitate impersonation, prompting official notices to the platforms. The government is worried that this feature might make it easier for users to pretend to be someone else, which could lead to security issues. The companies are now responding to these notices, indicating they are taking the matter seriously to address potential risks while balancing user privacy and convenience. This development underscores the ongoing efforts to balance tech innovation with security concerns.