Signal messaging app crashes as people rush to WhatsApp alternative
WhatsApp will soon start sharing more data with Facebook and users want out

Private messenger service Signal's registration system crashed on Thursday after many new users attempted to join the service in their search for a WhatsApp alternative. Signal acknowledged the issue...
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