WhatsApp users are reporting a baffling issue where Status updates are appearing from unsaved phone numbers, including those previously deleted from contacts.

• The phenomenon has been observed by users on various platforms, including on X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit.
• The exact cause for this behavior remains unclear, with WhatsApp's official help pages offering no definitive explanation.
• Users are questioning whether this is a new, unannounced feature being tested or a potential privacy bug.