Meta's $19 billion bid to own messaging in the US gains steam — and AI could give it an edge over Apple's iMessage

Meta is on a mission to dominate messaging apps in the US, and AI is helping it gain steam.WhatsApp hit 100 million monthly active US users last week; it has more than 2 billion globally.WhatsApp's domestic ads in recent years have focused on privacy and interoperability. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read preview Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. Email ...