WhatsApp introduces Passkey encryption for backup security in latest Beta update: Report

Meta’s instant messaging platform WhatsApp is reportedly enhancing user privacy with the introduction of a groundbreaking feature in its latest beta release. The upcoming update will likely integrate passkey technology to encrypt chat backups, offering a more secure and user-friendly alternative to traditional passwords, as per spotted by the WABetainfo (WhatsApp features tracker). This feature is currently being tested in WhatsApp beta for Android version 2.24.18.13.