Whatsapp turned over the personal data of all Venezuelan to the opposition leaders

The claim that WhatsApp turned over the personal data of all Venezuelans to opposition leaders lacks credible evidence. WhatsApp, owned by Facebook, has faced scrutiny over privacy concerns, particularly after announcing changes to its privacy policy in 2021, which led to widespread user confusion and a shift to alternative messaging apps like Signal and Telegram due to fears of data sharing with Facebook DW. However, there is no verified information or reports from reputable sources indicating that WhatsApp has handed over personal data to Venezuelan opposition leaders. In fact, WhatsApp is known for its end-to-end encryption, which is designed to prevent unauthorized access to messages. The political situation in Venezuela is tense, with opposition leaders like Edmundo González and María Corina Machado actively challenging the government of Nicolás Maduro, but there is no substantiated link between WhatsApp data and these political activities AP News. Additionally, the Venezuelan government has been accused of using security forces to suppress opposition and protests, further complicating the political landscape Reuters. Therefore, the claim appears to be unsubstantiated and should be approached with skepticism.