Tag: Chatbot

AITechnology

Meta Restricts AI Chatbot Access to WhatsApp Business Platform Starting 2026

Meta Platforms is implementing new restrictions that will prevent artificial intelligence companies from using WhatsApp’s business API as a primary interface for their chatbots. The policy change, effective January 15, 2026, specifically targets LLM providers offering general-purpose AI assistants through the popular messaging platform.

WhatsApp Business API Access Restricted for AI Chatbots

Meta Platforms will prohibit artificial intelligence companies from using WhatsApp‘s business API as a primary interface for their chatbots starting in 2026, according to reports. The policy change specifically targets providers of large language models and generative AI platforms who have been using the messaging service as a front-end for their technologies.

by Harlow Wesley
CloudTechnology

Major AWS Disruption Causes Widespread Internet Service Failures Globally

A massive AWS outage originating from the US-East-1 region has caused widespread internet service disruptions globally. Popular platforms including streaming services, gaming networks, and financial apps are experiencing connectivity issues. Engineers are working to restore services amid what analysts suggest is a reminder of cloud infrastructure fragility.

Global Internet Services Disrupted by Major Cloud Outage

A significant Amazon Web Services outage has triggered widespread internet disruptions affecting millions of users worldwide, according to reports. The outage, originating from AWS’s US-East-1 region in Northern Virginia, has created a domino effect that has taken down numerous popular platforms and services across multiple categories.

by Harlow Wesley