WhatsApp is improving security on its web app – but is it doing enough?

WhatsApp came under fire this month for asking users to consent to data being shared with Facebook by February 8 in order to continue using the app.
The app recently extended that timeline to bring the policy into effect on May 15, giving the app more time to convince users that their data is in good hands despite Facebook’s more than questionable track record.

Today we’re starting to roll out a new security feature for WhatsApp Web and Desktop: face and fingerprint unlock when linking devices.
WhatsApp does not see your face or fingerprint data.
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