End-to-end encryption for RCS messages surfaces in iOS 26.3 beta

Code hints in the latest iOS 26.3 developer beta indicate end-to-end encryption is finally coming to RCS messaging on iOS.
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Apple Inches Closer to End-to-End Encrypted RCS Messages in iOS 26.3 Beta

Apple's iOS 26.3 beta hints at end-to-end encryption for RCS messages, bringing stronger privacy and secure messaging to ...
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Secure chats: What is WhatsApp end-to-end encryption?

In a context where digital privacy is increasingly relevant, WhatsApp has implemented one of its most notable functions: end-to-end encryption. According to the official information on End-to-End ...
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These key Messages upgrades are still missing from iOS 26, at least for now

Earlier this year, Apple confirmed that it’d be supporting end-to-end encryption with RCS in a future software update. At the time, iOS 18 was still the latest version of iOS – thus implying that the ...
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WhatsApp adds passkey protection to end-to-end encrypted backups

WhatsApp is adding a new way to access your encrypted backups with passkey support. This means if you lose your device, you can use methods like fingerprint, face, or the screen lock code of your ...