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Fear of fines prompts UK NatWest bank to block WhatsApp on work phones

By Phoebe Seers ( November 12, 2024, 11:26 GMT | Insight) -- UK bank NatWest has blocked its employees’ phones from downloading messaging apps like WhatsApp, Skype and Facebook Messenger to protect itself from potential regulatory action. The Financial Conduct Authority has warned regulated firms that off-channel communications present compliance challenges as potential regulatory breaches can go undetected.UK bank NatWest has blocked its employees’ phones from downloading messaging apps like WhatsApp, Skype and Facebook Messenger to protect against potential regulatory action....

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