WhatsApp SIM-binding rules: What users need to know from January 2027

The Department of Telecommunications has set December 31, 2026, as the deadline for messaging platforms to implement SIM-binding requirements. The rules could affect users who access accounts without the registered SIM in their device, with implications for multi-device use

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