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WhatsApp Adds AI Reply Suggestions And Writing Tools

WhatsApp introduced new features, including AI-generated reply suggestions and an updated Writing Help tool. Update also includes storage management, photo editing and cross-platform improvements. Changes are rolling out to users on iOS and Android. Update expands in-app AI features across messaging and media tools.

Enhanced Messaging Through AI Technology

Writing Help allows users to rephrase and edit messages within the app. The tool can adjust tone based on context, including formal and casual communication. AI-generated reply suggestions appear directly in chats. The feature provides an alternative to external tools for drafting responses.

Simplified Storage Management

WhatsApp added tools to manage storage within chats. Users can identify and delete large files without removing entire conversations. The feature helps manage media-heavy chats while preserving message history. Tools are available within individual chat settings.

Integrated Photo Enhancement

Update includes in-app photo editing tools powered by Meta AI. Users can modify images by removing objects, changing backgrounds or applying styles. Editing features are integrated into chat workflows. Users can adjust images before sending or after selecting media.

Seamless Cross-Platform Experience

WhatsApp improved chat migration between iOS and Android devices. Users can transfer chat history across platforms with fewer steps. The app also supports logging into two WhatsApp accounts on iOS. The feature expands account management for users with multiple numbers.

Dynamic Stickers And User Engagement

Sticker suggestions now respond to emoji input. The feature provides context-based sticker options during conversations. Update focuses on improving interaction without changing core messaging behavior. Features are rolling out globally.

Eurobank Wins Two Euromoney Awards Following Cyprus Merger

Eurobank has been named Cyprus’ Best Bank for 2026 by Euromoney, while also receiving the award for Best Bank for Large Corporates at the publication’s latest Awards for Excellence.

Merger Marks A Milestone

The awards recognise the bank’s performance during 2025, a year marked by the completion of the legal merger between Hellenic Bank and Eurobank Cyprus. The transaction created Eurobank Limited, which the group says is now Cyprus’ largest banking and insurance organisation, with assets exceeding €28 billion.

Euromoney’s Awards for Excellence evaluate banks’ performance over the previous calendar year, with this edition covering January 1 to December 31, 2025.

Lending, Customers And Digital Growth

Eurobank said its business lending portfolio expanded by around 17 per cent during 2025, while its customer base grew to more than 710,000 retail clients and 11,500 business customers.

The bank also continued its digital expansion, saying more than 96 per cent of transactions are now completed through digital channels, and most financing applications are submitted via its mobile app.

Expanding International Presence

Eurobank also highlighted the opening of its first representative office in India, describing the move as a step toward strengthening business links between Cyprus and India while supporting Cyprus’ role as a gateway to the European Union for Indian businesses and investors.

According to the bank, Euromoney recognised not only the successful completion of the merger but also its lending growth, digital transformation and contribution to Cyprus’ position as an international business and investment hub.

CEO On The Awards

“The Euromoney awards confirm Eurobank’s strong momentum and the successful implementation of our group’s strategy in Cyprus,” Chief Executive Michalis Louis said.

He said the merger strengthened the bank’s ability to support households, businesses and the wider economy, while highlighting continued investment in digital services and the opening of the representative office in India as key milestones during the year.

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