Last week, the European Union officially designated six major tech companies as gatekeepers subject to regulations outlined in the Digital Markets Act (DMA). In a noteworthy development, just days following this announcement, a beta version of WhatsApp unveiled a novel feature termed “third-party chats,” marking the initial implementation of the EU’s novel regulatory framework, according to a report in wabeta.info
This fresh feature has made its debut in a developmental iteration of the Android application for the immensely popular messaging platform. It constitutes a distinct section apart from the conventional WhatsApp inbox. Presently, the screen remains blank, but the concept revolves around WhatsApp providing a dedicated menu enabling users to access incoming messages from individuals employing alternative messaging applications.
