SIM binding is expected to ensure that the registered identity remains verifiable and linked to telecom subscriber records at all times.

The Department of Telecommunications has introduced a new rule to curb the surge in cyber fraud across India, requiring popular messaging apps, such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Snapchat, Signal, ShareChat, ...

Though the objective of addressing financial security breaches is understandable, a major issue is that SIM-binding requirement may be difficult to implement in short term.

The rule applies to major messaging platforms including WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal and others that rely on mobile numbers for ...

ShareChat and Arattai announce SIM-binding features to comply with new government regulations for messaging apps.

At Rising Bharat Summit 2026, the Union Minister said India is finalising satellite spectrum pricing and working towards forming a global alliance for standardising 6G protocols ...

The SIM-binding saga continues as social media platforms attempt to engage with the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) past the Febraury 28 deadline for compliance, as per sources. The SIM-binding ...

WhatsApp May Introduce SIM-Based Verification for Indian Users Messaging platform WhatsApp is reportedly testing a new SIM ...

The Indian government has implemented a SIM-binding requirement for messaging and financial platforms to combat digital fraud and identity theft. However, cybersecurity researchers have discovered a ...