The update will allow users to access Facebook ads from Whatsapp
Irish Whatsapp users will be cut off from the instant messaging service, unless they agree to a controversial privacy policy update.
The update will allow users to access Facebook ads from Whatsapp - which many fear is a backdoor to data sharing between the two sites.
Technology Correspondent for the Irish Independent Adrian Weckler says people will be blocked from the app on a phased basis unless they accept the new terms:
Irish people will be kicked off WhatsApp unless they agree to a controversial new privacy policy update that lets it connect to Facebook businesses.https://t.co/UbKl1u2dRF
— Irish Independent (@Independent_ie) May 13, 2021

Member States Responsible For Suspending EU Trade Agreement With Israel - Von Der Leyen
Night Rates Energy Increases Set To Impact EV Owners
Debate Over Banning Of Hare Coursing Continues As Vote To Take Place Next Week
Tech Billionaire's Conference Cancelled By Powerscourt Hotel
Gardaí Appeal After Firearm Injures Man In Clondalkin
New Rules Will Allow You To Speak To A Human When Purchasing Over The Phone
Ursula Von Der Leyen Meeting Taoiseach And Cabinet This Morning For EU Presidency
Inquest Into Death Of Schoolboy Noah Donohue Adjourned