WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature that displays a green dot next to a contact's profile picture when they are actively using the app. This visual indicator has appeared in the beta versions for both Android and iPhone users. The implementation aims to provide users with real-time online status information while reportedly taking measures to protect privacy. AI
IMPACT Minimal impact for AI operators; this is a user-facing feature update for a messaging app.
RANK_REASON This is a minor feature update for a widely used consumer application, not a core AI development.
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