WhatsApp reveals similar update to controversial ‘verification’ feature on X – but it’s only available to some users

WHATSAPP is offering a preview of a new identity verification tool that mirrors one of X’s most hated features.

The popular app has sent an update to the Whatsapp Beta Messenger for iOS 24.16.10.72 this week.

A beta program gives insiders a special look at the new software before its official release – meaning only a few users will see the update for now.

According to the update, WhatsApp is preparing to replace the green badge for verified channels and businesses with a bright blue checkmark.

Beta testers now have access to the feature, which is eerily reminiscent of the checkmarks in X, formerly Twitter.

The platform’s launch of its new verification process was marked by controversy.

Verification enabled Twitter it served as a way for users to know that a profile belonged to a real person or organization, and not a copycat.

It was reserved for accounts of public figures, journalists and notable companies.

Months after the acquisition, Musk made checkmarks available only to paying users.

Average users can get verification by subscribing Twitter Azul, while organizations were forced to shell out thousands of dollars per month.

Musk quickly removed legacy checkmarks from users who were previously verified on Twitter.

According to the site’s current policy, users must be X Premium subscribers to exercise the power of a blue checkmark.

Verification enabled Whatsapp There are some important differences.

While some verified accounts are signed up to Meta Verified – a paid subscription – the company confirmed that others are owned by “a notable person, brand or entity”.

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goal verifies companies that present documents to prove their identity, after monitoring their activity to ensure they meet the platform’s standards.

Businesses can use the badge to build customer trust as they answer questions in the messaging app.

It is currently unclear when the current badge will turn into a blue checkmark for users around the world.

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Whatsapp says it will gradually be available to more beta testers in the coming weeks.

Industry experts see the design change as an attempt to bring WhatsApp in line with goalbrand identity.

Its sister platforms, Instagram and Facebook, use blue checkmarks instead of green badges.

goal continues to launch new characteristics across all its brands as it struggles to keep pace with competitors.

It seems like every tech giant is pushing to integrate artificial intelligence into their apps – perhaps to justify the time and money invested in training their employees. models.

Of google Twins AI, for example, is a key feature of the upcoming Pixel 9 lineup. The virtual assistant can create emails, take photos, and more.

Recently, Meta introduced Meta AI for WhatsApp, billed as a productivity tool that also has generative functionality.

The feature was launched during last year’s Meta Connect event and is powered by Llama 3 AI, considered the company’s most advanced model to date.