X (social network) & Meta Platforms — WhatsApp
22 shared events · Importance 4 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026
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Domestic
X (social network): X (social network) is among the social media platforms banned by the Nepal government, fueling public frustration and protests.
Meta Platforms — WhatsApp: Meta Platforms — WhatsApp is one of the social media platforms banned by the Nepal government, contributing to the public's anger and the subsequent protests.
Sep 08, 2025 · 8 articles
Domestic
X (social network): X (social network) is one of the social media platforms blocked by the government of Nepal, leading to user frustration and reduced access.
Meta Platforms — WhatsApp: Meta Platforms — WhatsApp is among the social media platforms blocked by the government of Nepal, contributing to the widespread anger and confusion among users.
Sep 08, 2025 · 7 articles
Business
X (social network): X (social network), formerly Twitter, relied on the Tenor API for GIF search and was forced to migrate to an alternative provider, causing some user disruption and changes in GIF selection.
Meta Platforms — WhatsApp: Meta Platforms — WhatsApp, a Meta Platforms subsidiary, had to switch from the Tenor API to alternative GIF providers, such as Klipy, affecting its in-app GIF functionality.
Jun 30, 2026 · 6 articles
Regulatory
X (social network): X (formerly Twitter) would be required to open a local office, similar to other platforms.
Meta Platforms — WhatsApp: Meta Platforms — WhatsApp, owned by Meta, would be required to have a local office.
Jul 19, 2026 · 23 articles
Domestic
X (social network): X (social network) was among the social media platforms banned by the Nepal government, which ignited the protests. The ban was later lifted.
Meta Platforms — WhatsApp: Meta Platforms — WhatsApp was among the social media platforms banned by the Nepal government, which sparked initial protests. The ban was later lifted.
Sep 08, 2025 · 56 articles
Regulatory
X (social network): X (formerly Twitter) is included in the list of platforms affected by the proposed restrictions, though its user base among minors may be smaller.
Meta Platforms — WhatsApp: Meta Platforms — WhatsApp, owned by Meta, may be indirectly affected by the broader regulatory environment, though its messaging focus may limit direct impact.
Jul 03, 2026 · 107 articles
Regulatory
X (social network): X is affected by the ban.
Meta Platforms — WhatsApp: Meta Platforms — WhatsApp is affected, though messaging parts may be exempt.
Jul 20, 2026 · 175 articles
International
X (social network): Founded by Durov, now under Kremlin-friendly control; not directly affected.
Meta Platforms — WhatsApp: Restricted in Russia; part of the broader crackdown on foreign messaging apps.
Jul 29, 2026 · 201 articles
Regulatory
X (social network): Under United Kingdom — Ofcom investigation for Grok's AI image generation.
Meta Platforms — WhatsApp: Meta Platforms — WhatsApp integrates Muse Image for direct chats, expanding AI features but also facing privacy concerns.
Apr 20, 2026 · 116 articles
Tech
X (social network): X (social network) served as the platform where Pavel Durov announced the Telegram Apple Inc. app launch.
Meta Platforms — WhatsApp: Meta Platforms — WhatsApp is mentioned as a competitor that also launched a dedicated app for the Apple Inc., indicating a trend in the messaging app market.
Jun 09, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
X (social network): X (social network) is a social media platform used by Iranians to express their joy and concerns regarding the internet restoration.
Meta Platforms — WhatsApp: Meta Platforms — WhatsApp is a messaging platform that remained inaccessible in Iran without a VPN even after the internet restoration began.
May 25, 2026 · 76 articles
Regulatory
X (social network): X (social network) is among the platforms that will be banned for children under 16 in the United Kingdom, potentially reducing its user base in that age group.
May 25, 2026 · 135 articles
Domestic
X (social network): X (social network) has been blocked in Nepal due to its failure to comply with local registration laws, potentially affecting its user base and operations in the country.
Sep 04, 2025 · 6 articles
Tech
X (social network): X (social network) has shown limited cooperation with Pakistan's request to crack down on militant accounts.
Dec 11, 2025 · 14 articles
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