Klimenko Urges Durov to Open Telegram Office in Russia

Former Russian presidential internet adviser German Klimenko has urged Telegram founder Pavel Durov to establish official cooperation with the Russian authorities and open a formal Telegram representative office in Russia. Klimenko, who chairs the Digital Economy Development Fund, believes this step would help keep Telegram operating in the country. In his view, Durov should formally […]

Telegram Slowdown Threatens App Release Schedules in Russia

Russian mobile developers warn that the throttling of Telegram could disrupt app release cycles and internal workflows. Fork-Tech innovation director Vladislav Laptev notes that, after foreign platforms left the Russian market, Telegram became a key channel for distributing test builds. Red_mad_robot’s iOS development lead Alexander Tuzovsky adds that Telegram now serves as a central transport […]

Telegram in Russia: Roskomnadzor Begins Slowing Telegram

Russian authorities are moving to slow down Telegram within the country, according to RBC citing unnamed sources. The plan involves partial restrictions that could affect media loading, message attachments, channels, and bots, with some measures already entering effect as of February 10, 2026.  The slowdown is expected to be implemented through traffic filtering and prioritization […]

Telegram for Android gets a major redesign with new bottom bar and crafting system

Telegram for Android receives its biggest interface update to date, introducing a fixed bottom navigation bar for faster one-tap access to chats, settings, profile, and more. The app has been rebuilt for efficiency and improved responsiveness, with an updated search experience and streamlined navigation. In addition to the redesign, a new crafting system lets users […]

Telegram Adds “Cooling-Off” Period to Protect Accounts

Telegram is introducing a new security mechanism to reduce the damage from stolen accounts. One key fix closes a bug that allowed attackers to gain access by sending phishing links. The scheme worked like this: a victim was prompted to open a site on Telegram’s official domain, then change a word in the URL and […]

Telegram’s Liquid Glass: How to Roll Back on Android

The new “Liquid Glass” visual effect in the latest Telegram for Android has sparked mixed reactions. Many users dislike the increased transparency, iOS‑style rounded corners, and, most importantly, the removal of the side panel that previously gave quick access to settings and additional accounts. Although there is already a guide on how to tone down […]

Chinese Investor Buys Telegram Username for $2M Record

On February 7, Chinese bidders engaged in a fierce all-day battle for the Telegram username @danbao on the Fragment platform, with the winner paying nearly 170 million rubles—equivalent to $2.2 million USD. This marks the absolute record for username auctions in Fragment history, as verified by “Durov’s Code.” Fragment is a TON-based toolkit for interacting […]

Telegram 12.4 Rolls Out Major Update on Android and iOS

Telegram has updated its Android and iOS apps to version 12.4, bringing a major February feature pack. On Android, the interface has been extensively redesigned: the side menu is replaced by an iOS‑style bottom navigation bar, most pages and UI elements now have rounded corners and a “liquid glass” effect, and the attachments menu in […]

Durov Accuses Le Figaro of Xenophobia

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov called out French media for attempting to discredit him, specifically accusing one of France’s oldest newspapers, Le Figaro, of xenophobia. He objected to their repeated use of the label “Le Russe” (“the Russian”) when referring to him in articles. Journalists employed this tag while noting Durov’s support for Elon Musk and […]

Telegram Stories Now Open to All Users

Telegram has rolled out the ability to post Stories to all users this evening, no Premium subscription required—even for accounts linked to Iranian, Russian, and Ukrainian phone numbers. This marks a significant expansion of the feature previously limited to paid subscribers. Some users still report access issues, with the @tginfo editorial team suggesting a gradual […]

Display Detailed Telegram Bot Contacts Info | Admin Console | Analytics | OnlyTG Echo

Display Detailed Telegram Bot Contacts Info | Admin Console | Analytics | OnlyTG Echo

https://youtu.be/ywoJQo1CWogOnlyTG Echo has update Admin Console now! All users can sign in to check the statistics of their own bots. Current Features 1.Analytics of your contacts. 2.Analytics of bot messages.…

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[2025.7.9]Telegram Desktop v5.16.3 Adds Creator Tools & Fee Management

[2025.7.9]Telegram Desktop v5.16.3 Adds Creator Tools & Fee Management

Telegram Desktop v5.16.3 Adds Creator Tools & Fee Management Telegram Desktop v5.16.3 lets channel admins enable/disable messaging fees and adds creator channel support for gifts. Checklist prompts removed. Available on…

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TON Highlights Critical Role of Chain Analytics for Ecosystem Trust

TON Highlights Critical Role of Chain Analytics for Ecosystem Trust

The TON Foundation has released Part 2 of its "Trust, Safety & Scams" blog series. As TON scales and user activity surges, chain analytics tools turn public on‑chain data into…

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Telegram Bot Insight, Unlock Marketing Excellence

Telegram Bot Insight, Unlock Marketing Excellence

In today’s fiercely competitive market, leveraging customer data through Telegram Bot Insight is essential for strategic marketing and sales success. While Telegram facilitates direct customer engagement, its lack of open…

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Harnessing Telegram Contacts Analytics to Drive Marketing Success

Harnessing Telegram Contacts Analytics to Drive Marketing Success

In marketing and sales, customer data is the cornerstone of informed decision-making. This principle holds especially true for managing customer relationships on Telegram, where understanding your contacts deeply can significantly…

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Telegram Bot Analytics, Unlock Marketing Success

Telegram Bot Analytics, Unlock Marketing Success

In today’s data-driven marketing and sales environment, Telegram Bot Analytics is fundamental to informed decision-making. For brands engaging customers on Telegram, actionable analytics are essential for optimizing operations and driving…

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13 Top Telegram Bots to Try

13 Top Telegram Bots to Try

Telegram bots have revolutionized how we interact with the messaging platform, offering incredible functionality that goes beyond simple text chats. Whether you're seeking productivity, entertainment, or convenience, these Telegram bots…

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