In a significant leadership change, Kunal Shah has been appointed as the new CEO of WhatsApp, succeeding Will Cathcart, who has led the platform for the past seven years.
Shah, known for his work in the fintech sector, brings a fresh perspective to the Meta-owned messaging app as it continues to evolve in a competitive landscape.
Cathcart's departure marks the end of an era for WhatsApp, during which he oversaw various developments and challenges faced by the service.