Meta Will Allow Rival AI Chatbots on WhatsApp in Europe, But for a Fee

Meta will allow rival AI chatbot providers to offer their services on WhatsApp for a fee, which ranges from €0.0490 to €0.1323 per "non-template message," depending on the country.

The decision comes as Meta seeks to increase competition in the messaging app market, while also generating revenue from the new feature.

The move is seen as a response to the growing popularity of rival messaging apps, such as Telegram and Signal, which have gained traction in recent years.

According to a report by TechCrunch, Meta will allow rival AI chatbot providers to offer their services on WhatsApp for a fee, which will be paid by the chatbot provider.

The fee will be calculated based on the number of messages sent, with a minimum of €0.0490 per message and a maximum of €0.1323 per message, depending on the country.

The decision is seen as a significant development in the messaging app market, which has been dominated by WhatsApp for several years.

The move is also seen as a response to the growing popularity of rival messaging apps, such as Telegram and Signal, which have gained traction in recent years.

The decision is expected to increase competition in the messaging app market, while also generating revenue for Meta.

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