Who founded WhatsApp and when?

WhatsApp was founded in 2009 by computer programmers Brian Acton and Jan Koum. The duo met while Acton was working for Internet pioneer Yahoo! in 1997. In 2009 Koum created WhatsApp for the Apple iPhone.

What was WhatsApp’s original purpose?

WhatsApp was initially intended to track users’ work statuses and notify their contacts of their availability. The platform soon evolved into a messaging service.

How did WhatsApp become popular?

WhatsApp became popular due to its ability to communicate across platforms and internationally. For example, the service allowed iPhone and Android users to communicate with one another across a single platform.

Why was Facebook fined by the European Commission?

Facebook was fined €110 million by the European Commission because WhatsApp shared user data with Facebook, which was then used to create targeted ads.

What are some criticisms of WhatsApp?

WhatsApp has been criticized for spreading misinformation, facilitating extremist communications, and being used for illegal activities like human trafficking.