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WhatsApp Privacy Under Fire: WhatsApp's claims of end-to-end encryption are now facing legal challenges. A new lawsuit filed in the US accuses Meta of misleading users about message privacy. The complaint alleges that WhatsApp messages are not entirely private and that the company can store and access them. However, Meta has categorically denied all these allegations. This case has become significant for millions of WhatsApp users worldwide.

What does Meta promise WhatsApp users?
WhatsApp has always positioned itself as a secure and private messaging app. The company claims that due to end-to-end encryption, messages can only be read by the sender and recipient. Every chat in the app clearly states that even WhatsApp cannot see these messages. This trust is considered WhatsApp's greatest strength. But now, this very claim has been challenged in court.

What are the allegations in the lawsuit?
According to the complaint, Meta and WhatsApp store and analyze users' messages. It is alleged that the company has the technical capability to access user communications. The lawsuit claims that users worldwide have been misled by WhatsApp being presented as completely private. Users from Australia, India, Brazil, Mexico, and South Africa are part of this case.

Mention of Whistleblowers and a Major Claim
The lawsuit also mentions some whistleblowers who allegedly exposed WhatsApp's internal workings. However, their identities have not been made public, nor has it been revealed what information they provided. It is alleged that WhatsApp employees can access users' messages. This claim makes the entire case even more serious.

Why did Meta call the allegations baseless?
Meta has categorically denied all these allegations. The company says that WhatsApp has been using end-to-end encryption based on the Signal protocol for the past 10 years. Meta spokesperson Andy Stone said that the lawsuit is completely baseless and based on speculation. The company has made it clear that it will aggressively defend itself against these allegations and may also take action against those making the accusations.

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