WhatsApp prepares to integrate third-party AI agents

According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is set to support third-party AI agents, following user demand and industry trends. The report, published on September 4, highlights that users previously attempted to connect AI assistants like OpenClaw to WhatsApp, often resulting in account bans. In contrast, Telegram has embraced AI integration, becoming a popular platform for users to interact with AI agents, which can run on local computers or in the cloud. WhatsApp is now developing native support for third-party AI agents, allowing users to integrate them into WhatsApp chats via API keys. The feature will be limited to private conversations, with restrictions on group chats and access to other data. WhatsApp also warns users that AI responses may be inaccurate.