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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 […]

    Telegram Launches Official Support Bot for Premium Users

    Telegram Launches Official Support Bot for Premium Users

    Telegram’s development team has quietly launched an official technical support bot, reports TG Info. The bot, named Smart Glocal and available under the handle @tgpb_support_bot, carries a verified checkmark confirming…

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    2025-12-26 Create
    Telegram Discount Bloggers Embrace AI for Precision Marketing​

    Telegram Discount Bloggers Embrace AI for Precision Marketing​

    Discount-focused Telegram bloggers are increasingly transitioning from mass-market approaches to precision targeting, with 45% relying on AI tools for product selection and content optimization. This shift reflects a broader industry…

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    2025-10-27 Create
    Elabuga Launches Telegram Bot for Efficient Water Supply Service Requests

    Elabuga Launches Telegram Bot for Efficient Water Supply Service Requests

    Elabuga has launched a dedicated Telegram chatbot, "Elabuga Vodokanal," designed to streamline interactions between residents and the local water utility company, Vodokanal. Developed by JSC SEZ PPT "Alabuga," the bot…

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    2025-09-25 Create
    How to Bulk Messages on Telegram

    How to Bulk Messages on Telegram

    When using Telegram daily, there are often scenarios where messages need to be sent to multiple recipients simultaneously. The most effective approach is using a Telegram bot (which will be…

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    2025-09-01 Create
    Which Telegram Bots Can Help Sending Canned Responses

    Which Telegram Bots Can Help Sending Canned Responses

    When operating a Telegram bot for customer service or agent conversations, efficient communication can save significant time costs. Previously, the Telegram bot built by OnlyTG Echo has launched features such…

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    2025-08-06 Create
    Telegram Bot’s Quick Reply, Efficient Feature of Customer Service

    Telegram Bot’s Quick Reply, Efficient Feature of Customer Service

    In all customer service tools or conversation efficiency tools, invoking complex message replies through simple commands can significantly boost the efficiency of user interactions. This not only ensures the accuracy…

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    2025-08-06 Create
    Create a Customer Service Team Chat Bot | Management | Monitoring | OnlyTG Echo

    Create a Customer Service Team Chat Bot | Management | Monitoring | OnlyTG Echo

    https://youtu.be/pBBDsPJkFwMProvide customer service with your team on Telegram you just need to create a team chat bot using OnlyTG Echo. Step 1. Bind your bot token with OnlyTG Echo and…

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    2025-07-11 Create
    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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    2025-07-05 Create
    What can Telegram Business do? Should I use it to handle customer service or sell products?

    What can Telegram Business do? Should I use it to handle customer service or sell products?

    What is Telegram Business? Telegram Business is a set of exclusive features designed for enterprise users, currently tied to Telegram Premium—purchasing Premium automatically grants Business eligibility. Accessible via the "Telegram…

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    2025-07-03 Create