WhatsApp launched Tip line ahead of general elections

Date Published: April 8, 2019 Last Updated: April 8, 2019
Summary

WhatsApp has launched a tipline to submit rumours and uncertain information. It is the latest step by the instant messaging platform to curb the spread of fake news in India ahead of general elections.

Highlights:
  • WhatsApp's tipline will work for the users to submit spread rumours and misinformation.
  • WhatsApp said in a statement it was working with an Indian startup called Proto that will help to classify messages sent by users as true, false, misleading or disputed.