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Meta Starts Rolling Out Threads DMs on the Web

The desktop push targets power users to deepen engagement through private chats.

Google Rolls Out Live Location Sharing Inside Messages on Android

WhatsApp Rolls Out Optional Group History Sharing for New Members

YouTube Revives In‑App DMs in Limited Test for Adults in Ireland and Poland

X Starts Rolling Out 'Chat,' an Encrypted Replacement for DMs on iOS and Web

Meta Brings Group DMs to Threads and Starts EU Messaging Rollout

TikTok Expands DMs With 60-Second Voice Notes and Media Galleries

TikTok Expands DMs With Voice Notes and Multi-Image Sharing

Threads Launches Global In-App Messaging and Trending-Topic Highlighter

Threads Begins Testing Standalone DM Inbox in Select Markets

X Pauses Encrypted DMs Ahead of Rumored XChat Messaging App

X Engineer Hints at DM Removal, But Official Confirmation Lacking

Instagram Introduces Message Translation, Music Sharing, and Scheduled DMs

Discord Launches 'Ignore' Feature for Discreetly Managing Interactions

Meta Quest 3 Update Introduces Enhanced Hand Tracking and Seamless PC Pairing

TikTok Introduces Group Chats for Up to 32 Users

Bluesky Introduces Direct Messaging for Private Conversations

Instagram Enhances DMs with Editing, Pinning, and Customization Features

Substack Launches Direct Messaging to Foster Community and Engagement

Elon Musk to Discontinue Phone Number, Embrace 'X' for Communication