Este es el país donde WhatsApp podría ser bloqueado por incumplir con legislación local y por no frenar estafas Russia’s communications regulator, Roscomnadzor, has warned that WhatsApp could be completely blocked if it does not comply with local legislation and curb its use in fraudulent activities. Restrictions on WhatsApp calls began in August as part of phased measures to allow users to migrate to other messaging systems. The regulator stated that the platform has become a tool for deceiving and extorting Russian citizens, and if demands are not met, a total blockade will occur.

• Roscomnadzor, Russia’s communications regulator, has warned of a potential complete ban on WhatsApp.
• The ban is due to alleged non-compliance with local legislation and its use in scams.
• Gradual restrictions on WhatsApp calls started in August to facilitate user migration to other services.
• Roscomnadzor claims WhatsApp and Telegram are used for deception, extortion, sabotage, and terrorism.
• Electronic fraud has significantly increased in Russia, with over 448,000 victims and losses of approximately USD 2 billion in 2024.
• Russia is promoting its national messaging service, MAX, as a secure alternative.