What you need to know Signal is taking advantage on the current spotlight signed on WhatsApp to emphasiaze its privacy focus. The company released a new ad on social media starring Empire's Taraji P. Henson. Signal has seen an increase in users over the past few weeks, and has even launched new features to make adopting the app easier for WhatsApp deserters. Signal wants to attract new customers as it launches an ad featuring Empire star, Taraji P. Henson. The video highlihs several privacy issues inherent in current technollgy, including always listening microphones, data collection, and so ...