Kunal Shah
Coverage of Kunal Shah in the Nexus archive.
- Who is the Indian entrepreneur tapped by Meta to lead WhatsApp?
Kunal Shah, an Indian entrepreneur, has been appointed by Meta to lead WhatsApp. He brings experience in building transaction platforms and has insights into emerging markets.
- Watch: HL: Lucknow building fire: FIR cites illegal commercial use | Above the Fold | 23.06.2026
A fire in Lucknow led to an FIR citing illegal commercial use, raising concerns about urban fire safety. The article also discusses recent FCRA amendments by the Centre and Meta's appointment of CRED founder Kunal Shah to lead WhatsApp.
- Indian startup head Kunal Shah appointed as new WhatsApp boss
Meta has appointed Indian fintech founder Kunal Shah as the new head of WhatsApp and is leading a $900 million funding round in his consumer finance firm CRED. Shah, known for building CRED into a major Indian tech company, will focus on expanding WhatsApp's revenue streams beyond advertising.
- Indian entrepreneur to lead WhatsApp as Zuckerberg brings in new blood
Kunal Shah, a fintech founder, will replace Will Cathcart as the leader of WhatsApp, a Meta-owned messaging app. Cathcart is stepping down after seven years in the role.
- Meta is installing an Indian fintech founder as WhatsApp's new global head
Meta is appointing Kunal Shah, founder of Cred, as the new global head of WhatsApp, replacing Will Cathcart. This move is part of Meta's strategy to expand its presence in India.
- Goldman Sachs, Moelis Say Business as Usual Amid Iran Conflict
Goldman Sachs and Moelis report business as usual despite Iran conflict. The statement was made by Kunal Shah and Anthony Gutman in London. The situation is being monitored.