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Sakhalin Court Rules in Telegram Bot Contract Dispute

A Russian media outlet reports that residents of Sakhalin faced a blocked Telegram experience after an order-related dispute with a Telegram bot developer. A civil case in the Dolinsky City Court concerned a contract to develop a Telegram bot capable of generating AI-based video content through an avatar. The contract required the developer to create […]

Telegram Becomes a Major Marketing Platform, With Strong Small-Business Growth

Telegram has evolved from a messaging app into a full marketing ecosystem. New data from eLama and Telemetr show that a majority of advertisers on Telegram come from small businesses, with high perceived effectiveness of campaigns.  Direct buys remain common, while larger brands explore Telegram Ads, bots, and special projects. Most advertisers spend modest monthly […]

Midas Probe: Chernyshov Suspicion Spurs Sparse Telegram Coverage

Ukraine’s investigative authorities released the latest installment of the “Midas” corruption case in the energy sector, revealing that former deputy prime minister Aleksey Chernyshov received funds through a scheme documented by law enforcement. Several prominent Ukrainian Telegram channels with millions of followers reportedly ignored the briefing, drawing attention to uneven media coverage of NABU’s disclosures.  […]

PIK Residents Struggle with Telegram Access as Lovit Faces Antitrust Scrutiny

Residents of Moscow’s new-builds by developer PIK are facing widespread issues accessing Telegram because the sole internet provider in those complexes, Lovit, has begun blocking the service over Wi‑Fi connections. Users report slow media loading and delayed message delivery; Telegram works normally when switching to mobile data.  The situation has drawn scrutiny as the Federal […]

Notis AI Brings Seamless Voice-First Help to Telegram and WhatsApp

Notis AI is a voice-first productivity assistant that runs inside WhatsApp and Telegram. The tool itself is not a standalone app; it integrates smoothly with Notion and other apps to streamline workflows. Its standout feature is voice input, coupled with deep contextual understanding that goes beyond generic chatbots.  If a user spends much of the […]

Telegram Tests Auction-Based Gift Distribution in Beta

Telegram is piloting an auction-based gift distribution in its iOS beta. The system allocates 50 gifts per round to the top 50 bidders, with bidding positions rolling over to subsequent rounds if they drop out of the top 50. If a bidder does not win in the final draw, their stars are refunded in full.  […]

Russian Microbloggers Tap Telegram for Major Revenue in 2025

A Russian media outlet reports that microbloggers on closed Telegram channels earned nearly 1 billion rubles between April and September 2025 through paid subscriptions, donations, and merchandise. Tribute-Lenta analysis cited by Infox.ru indicates more than 8,300 authors with audiences under 500 followers generated income from paid subscriptions, donations, and tips totaling over 990 million rubles, […]

Telegram and Perplexity: AI Integration Talks Stall

Telegram’s reported move to offer Perplexity’s AI-powered search inside the app would have represented a major integration, with discussions reportedly valuing the potential collaboration at hundreds of millions of dollars. Telegram channels and insiders claimed Perplexity was negotiating an official integration for Telegram and other platforms, potentially including Snapchat, with a proposed one-year embedding deal […]

Russia Bans Telegram Voice-Deception Information

A Moscow court has banned information about voice-deception services offered via Telegram bots. The prosecutor’s office request was approved, with the court stating that easy access to such services could foster a belief that crimes can be committed with impunity and undermine state authorities.  The ruling also notes that using these bots would violate federal […]

Telegram CEO Paves Way with Discipline: No Alcohol or Sugar

Telegram’s CEO Pavel Durov advocates a highly disciplined, minimalist lifestyle aimed at preserving mental clarity and physical health. In a recent discussion with AI researcher Lex Fridman, Durov described his daily regimen, including a strict diet, a fasting routine, and complete avoidance of “addictive” substances. He argues that success for a billion-user platform depends on […]

    [2025.10.31] Russian lawmakers continue Telegram chats despite Kremlin push to move to MAX

    [2025.10.31] Russian lawmakers continue Telegram chats despite Kremlin push to move to MAX

    Russian lawmakers continue Telegram chats despite Kremlin push to move to MAX Duma deputies keep engaging Russians on Telegram despite the Kremlin’s push to Max, with Telegram as the main…

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    Telegram launches Cocoon: Decentralized AI network on TON with GPU rewards

    Telegram launches Cocoon: Decentralized AI network on TON with GPU rewards

    Telegram is launching Cocoon, a new decentralized AI infrastructure designed to protect user privacy. Presented by Telegram CEO Pavel Durov at the Blockchain Life 2025 conference in Dubai, Cocoon runs…

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    2025-10-31 Create
    Telegram Beta 12.2.0 Brings Liquid Glass Design and Enhanced Features

    Telegram Beta 12.2.0 Brings Liquid Glass Design and Enhanced Features

    Telegram's latest Android 12.2.0 beta update, released on October 27, 2025, introduces a new "Liquid Glass" touch interface for the text input bar and panels. While the update doesn't include…

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    2025-10-28 Create
    Telegram Wallet Offers 24/7 Stock Trading with xStocksi

    Telegram Wallet Offers 24/7 Stock Trading with xStocksi

    Telegram Wallet has partnered with Kraken and Backed to launch xStocks, allowing users to buy tokenized versions of 60+ US stocks including Tesla, Apple, and NVIDIA. The service operates 24/5…

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    [2025.10.24] Telega launches as Telegram-compatible app with calling feature

    [2025.10.24] Telega launches as Telegram-compatible app with calling feature

    Telega launches as Telegram-compatible app with calling feature Telega, a new Telegram-compatible messenger, offers seamless calling and parental controls, bypasses some blocks, and features a built-in blacklists. Telegram disclaims responsibility…

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    2025-10-24 Create
    Durov says Telegram loses money; living costs funded by Bitcoin

    Durov says Telegram loses money; living costs funded by Bitcoin

    Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, discussed his early experiences with Bitcoin on the Lex Fridman podcast. He recalled buying millions of dollars’ worth of Bitcoin in 2013 when the…

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    iMe Launches AI Chat 3.0, Empowering Telegram Users with Advanced AI and Crypto Features

    iMe Launches AI Chat 3.0, Empowering Telegram Users with Advanced AI and Crypto Features

    iMe, a popular Telegram client with over 17 million downloads, announced the release of AI Chat Update 3.0, a significant upgrade revolutionizing communication, task management, and cryptocurrency handling within Telegram.…

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    Find 5 Telegram Channels for web3 in 2025

    Find 5 Telegram Channels for web3 in 2025

    If you’re exploring the fast-paced world of Web3, staying connected with active communities is essential. Telegram channels provide real-time insights, project updates, and discussions that can help you stay ahead…

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    2025-09-22 Create
    Pavel Durov Highlights Remarkable Growth of TON-Based NFTs

    Pavel Durov Highlights Remarkable Growth of TON-Based NFTs

    Pavel Durov, the billionaire founder of Telegram and the TON cryptocurrency, shared exciting news with the TON and Telegram communities, showcasing an infographic that highlights the significant growth in the…

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