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WhatsApp is gearing up to introduce a groundbreaking feature that will allow users to send messages to other messaging apps. This update comes as a result of new European regulations, aiming to make communication across different apps more seamless.

Why is This Happening?
The change is being implemented to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA), a law passed in Europe that requires large tech companies like WhatsApp to make their platforms compatible with other services. This means that users will no longer be restricted to only WhatsApp, but can communicate with people using other messaging apps as well.

What to Expect from the Update

• Third-Party Chats: With this feature, users can send messages to others on third-party apps that integrate with WhatsApp.
• Notification Alerts: Users will receive notifications when a new compatible app becomes available. These alerts will help guide them through the setup process.
• Inbox Management: Users can choose how to organize their messages. They can either separate third-party messages from their main WhatsApp inbox or combine all chats into a single inbox for easier management.

Enhanced Messaging Features
While the law only requires basic messaging compatibility, WhatsApp is going further by offering advanced features such as:

• Reactions to Messages
• Direct Replies
• Typing Indicators
• Read Receipts

These additions will make the experience more engaging, and WhatsApp plans to introduce more features like group chats by 2025 and voice/video calling by 2027. 

Future Prospects
This feature is mainly for European users right now, but it could expand globally in the future. However, the rollout will depend on when other apps develop the necessary technology to integrate with WhatsApp.

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