Truecaller Chat is an Instant Messaging Platform Launched for Android Users to Curb Fake News

Truecaller, the service which helps users with the details of unknown mobile numbers, today announced its own instant messaging (IM) platform, namely, Truecaller Chat. With this service, Truecaller is aiming to make communication safer and to prevent fake news from circulating. Furthermore, the IM platform will allow users to report links, ensuring that fake news is not circulated unchecked by users. Of course, it makes complete sense for Truecaller to launch a platform like Truecaller Chat because fake news in India has been on the rise since the rapid adoption of social media portals in the country.

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Truecaller Chat: What Exactly is it?

In the past, Truecaller allowed its users to stay away from spam calls and messages through Caller ID and SMS Inbox features. Now, Truecaller is taking it to next level with the Truecaller Chat IM. The primary aim of Truecaller Chat is to curb the spreading of fake news.

Truecaller users will be able to mark website links as spam if they suspect it to have incorrect information, which will alert other users whether to click the link or not. Furthermore, Truecaller stated that it would also integrate machine learning and use the aggregated spam reports to predict any upcoming viral trends.

Truecaller Chat: Features

Truecaller also detailed features of its first IM platform. Truecaller Chat comes bundled with interesting features such as auto-switch between SMS and Chat, which will help users keep conversations in one place. Other features include full media support and more, which are said to provide its users with a polished and enjoyable experience.