Verified accounts are coming to WhatsApp

On various social media platforms, attaining a verified account is a major goal for users. It's something that's been available on Facebook for a while, and Twitter users from all walks of life are able to apply for verification. Soon to be added to this list is WhatsApp. The messaging app -- owned by Facebook -- has not only started to verify certain business accounts, but is also planning to release a standalone app that will allows companies to chat with customers. WhatsApp has not made any official announcement about account verification, but the news is available for all to… [Continue Reading]