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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 […]

    Russia’s Roskomnadzor Sets Mandatory Registration Rules for Telegram Channels with 10,000+ Subscribers

    Russia’s Roskomnadzor Sets Mandatory Registration Rules for Telegram Channels with 10,000+ Subscribers

    Russia’s Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology and Mass Media (Roskomnadzor) has formalized mandatory registration procedures for Telegram channel owners with audiences exceeding 10,000 subscribers, based on Federal…

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    2025-10-10 Create
    [2025.9.30] Telegram Bloggers’ Income to Rise 44% in 2025

    [2025.9.30] Telegram Bloggers’ Income to Rise 44% in 2025

    Telegram Bloggers' Income to Rise 44% in 2025 Telegram bloggers’ average monthly income is set to grow 44% in 2025, led by paid subscriptions and donations, with self-development and psychology…

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    2025-09-30 Create
    Legal Risks of Anonymous Donations to Telegram Channels Warned by Lawyer

    Legal Risks of Anonymous Donations to Telegram Channels Warned by Lawyer

    A criminal defense lawyer has warned that donating anonymously to Telegram channels can pose serious legal risks. Telegram, a popular messaging app with personal channel management, is widely used for…

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    2025-09-30 Create
    [2025.9.3] Telegram Desktop 6.1 Introduces Profile Music and Gift Upgrades

    [2025.9.3] Telegram Desktop 6.1 Introduces Profile Music and Gift Upgrades

    Telegram Desktop 6.1 Introduces Profile Music and Gift Upgrades Telegram Desktop's latest update introduces profile music customization and improved gift options. It follows previous versions that added public post search,…

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    2025-09-03 Create
    Discover 9 Telegram Channels about Law in 2025

    Discover 9 Telegram Channels about Law in 2025

    In the fast-paced world of law, staying up-to-date with the latest legal developments, trends, and advice is crucial. Thankfully, Telegram channels offer an easy way to access expert insights and…

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    2025-07-31 Create