An Indian tribunal has suspended restrictions preventing WhatsApp from sharing user data with parent company Meta, marking a crucial win for the tech giant in its largest market. This ruling temporarily lifts a five-year ban imposed by the Competition Commission of India, which had accused WhatsApp of market dominance abuse through its privacy policy. Meta must deposit $12.35 million as part of the ruling, with the next hearing set for March 17. The court expressed concerns that the ban could disrupt WhatsApp's free service to users, highlighting the complex regulatory landscape in India.