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Matthew Keegan
Jun 17, 2025

WhatsApp officially introduces ads in updates tab

For the first time, WhatsApp will display ads and offer paid subscriptions for exclusive content in its Updates tab, expanding its revenue streams while keeping personal messages ad-free.

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