Just shy of two years since Facebook acquired it, WhatsApp passes the one billion user threshold. FULL STORY >

As infamous a serial killer as there ever was, Jack the Ripper will now be a DLC for Assassin's Creed Syndicate come 15 December. FULL STORY >

Designed for its online gaming community, PlayStation has debuted a new instant messaging app for iOS and Android with specific PS-themed content. FULL STORY >

The latest Skype update for Android, 6.1.1, will allow users to save voice messages, along with advanced search and conversation management. FULL STORY >

One of the more popular social media platforms aiming to cement its place, Tumblr has begun testing out an instant messaging feature, with plans to roll out in the future. FULL STORY >

The newest launch trailer for Assassin’s Creed Syndicate is here, and the themes it touches on are eerily relevant. FULL STORY >

Earlier in the Innovation Series, we discussed the importance of innovation technology. The article highlighted how organisations that employ the use of innovation technologies often financially out-perform their competitors who do... FULL STORY >

In an attempt to make its range of gaming characters more 'inclusive', Ubisoft has detailed its first transgender character for Assassin's Creed Syndicate, Ned Wynert. FULL STORY >

Forget about the 3D Touch elements of Apple's new iOS 9.1, we now get a preview of the new emoji that will be available. Finally, more than one dragon to choose from. FULL STORY >

Despite the US-bound 2016 Nissan LEAF looking like its predecessor, the Japanese carmaker has fitted a new 30 kW battery that offers up a 172 kilometre driving range. FULL STORY >

Standard Bank has joined forces with instant messaging provider WeChat to offer a new service that combines speaking with a banker with instant messaging. FULL STORY >

Based on hot new writer, W. Shakespeare’s latest best seller, Macbeth tells the story of ambition, betrayal, murder and an indomitable spot. FULL STORY >

Yahoo gets exclusive first look at Michael Fassbender as Callum Lynch for the Assassin's Creed film, with shooting set to begin in September. FULL STORY >

Truecaller announced the global availability of its Truemessenger app, which aims to change the way you communicate by making your SMS experience smarter and more social. FULL STORY >

If you’ve checked your Direct Messages today, you may have noticed that something’s missing - the 140-character limit. FULL STORY >