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WhatsApp starts rolling out usernames in beta, keeps your...

WhatsApp has kicked off rolling out, to a limited number of users, the ability to use a username in the app, finally ditching the long-st...

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WhatsApp starts rolling out usernames in beta, keeps your...
Source: 9to5Google

What’s Happening

Here’s the thing: WhatsApp has kicked off rolling out, to a limited number of users, the ability to use a username in the app, finally ditching the long-standing requirement to use your phone number.

More details are expected to emerge soon.

Why This Matters

This could have major implications for how we use technology going forward.

This is part of the broader shift happening across the tech industry right now.

The Bottom Line

This story is still developing, and we’ll keep you updated as more info drops.

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