March 17, 2025 • 38 mins
What if the most important social network in the world isn’t a social network at all?
In this episode, we explore how WhatsApp—often overlooked in the U.S.—has become a lifeline for families, businesses, artists, and economies worldwide.
Join me and Tati Cirisano from MIDiA Research as we break down whether WhatsApp is the closest thing to a true “everything app,” how it differs from iMessage and texting, and why Meta has struggled to monetize it despite its massive reach.
04:33 WhatsApp's Global Growth Strategy
17:07 WhatsApp's Advertising and Privacy Dilemma
21:34 WhatsApp's role in Meta l
24:22 Instagram DMs vs WhatsApp
29:38 WhatsApp's US Growth Prospects
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