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Spanish PM Dismisses Durov’s Criticism: “Let Tech Oligarchs Bark”

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez sharply rebuked Telegram founder Pavel Durov’s criticism of Spain’s new ban on social media access for those under 16. Sánchez posted on X that pushback from tech company owners signals the policy is correct, writing: “Let the techno-oligarchs bark, Sancho—this means we’re riding high.” This came after Durov warned in […]

Durov Warns Spanish Telegram Users on Digital Freedom Threats

Telegram founder Pavel Durov addressed Spanish users in a post on his official channel, criticizing new state measures disguised as user protection that he says erode digital freedoms.  He outlined four key threats: (1) A ban on social media access for under-16s with mandatory age verification, setting a precedent for tracking every user’s identity and […]

EU Censorship in Politics and Social Media Compared by Durov

Telegram founder Pavel Durov has commented on newly released documents that, in his view, expose European Commission interference in electoral processes across several European countries. He reacted to materials published on the official X account of the U.S. House Judiciary Committee, which released another batch of EU-related documents allegedly showing attempts to restrict freedom of […]

Pavel Durov Comments on Raid at X’s Paris Office

Telegram founder Pavel Durov has commented on the search carried out at the Paris office of social network X. He wrote that, in his view, France remains the only country in the world pursuing criminal cases against all major social platforms. According to Durov, French police are currently searching X’s Paris premises, while France is […]

Experts: Telegram Channel Ads Up by One-Third

In 2025, advertising in Telegram channels became about one-third more expensive, with the sharpest rise seen in the “News and Media” category, where the average price for a single integration tripled. The figures, based on MTS AdTech data, show that across all categories, Telegram ad prices grew by an average of 32%. Long-term integrations (a […]

Telegram Emerges as Key Audience Platform for Fashion Brands

Telegram is becoming a primary platform for fashion brands to attract audiences, with the highest engagement growth recorded by Zolla (up 0.66%) and Colin’s (0.63%). Research shows brands effectively leveraging Telegram Ads turn it into a powerful channel for capturing attention. Engagement Rate (ER) on Telegram outperforms VK’s equivalent, despite VK’s audience being 5.7 times […]

Medvedev Names Russian Classics as Inspiration for Telegram Posts

Deputy Chairman of Russia’s Security Council Dmitry Medvedev has shared what inspires his posts on Telegram and other messengers. In an interview with TASS, Reuters and the Wargonzo project, he said he draws ideas both from current events and from Russian classical literature. “The source of inspiration is, of course, the world around us and […]

Gift Crafting Enters Active Testing in Telegram

The iOS beta version of Telegram 12.3.3 (32167) has introduced an active test of a new gift crafting mechanic. Before starting the process, users can browse all possible gift models that may appear as a result of a successful combination. For crafting, they may either use their own collectible gifts or purchase missing ones in […]

Russian MPs Propose Ban on Blocking Telegram, WhatsApp

Russian State Duma deputies plan to introduce a bill establishing an indefinite moratorium on blocking Telegram and WhatsApp in Russia. One of the authors stated the measure aims to “reduce public irritation” from restrictions. The party views citizens’ reactions to curbs on these messengers—and periodic “digital lockdowns”—as justified, seeing them as encroachments on constitutional rights. […]

Zheleznovodsk Launches Telegram Bot for Resident Complaints

Zheleznovodsk plans to launch “ZHEKObot,” a Telegram bot enabling residents to submit appeals and complaints directly to relevant municipal organizations. This new digital service aims to streamline citizen interactions with city services and cut down request processing times. Using the bot, locals can quickly report issues, receive feedback, and track resolution progress—replacing the current manual […]

    [2026.1.23] Russians Sign Open Letter Urging Durov to Open Telegram Office in Russia

    [2026.1.23] Russians Sign Open Letter Urging Durov to Open Telegram Office in Russia

    Russians Sign Open Letter Urging Durov to Open Telegram Office in Russia State Duma's Vladislav Davankov rallies signatures for an open letter to Durov, pressing Telegram to open a Russian…

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    2026-01-23 Create
    [2026.1.16] Not All Russian Agencies Have Fully Moved from Telegram to Max

    [2026.1.16] Not All Russian Agencies Have Fully Moved from Telegram to Max

    Not All Russian Agencies Have Fully Moved from Telegram to Max Some EMERCOM regional offices, including Dagestan, Sverdlovsk, and Orenburg, returned to Telegram after announcing a move to Max, now…

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    2026-01-16 Create
    [2025.12.31] Russian Lawmaker Pushes to Classify Telegram Channels as Media to Combat Fake News

    [2025.12.31] Russian Lawmaker Pushes to Classify Telegram Channels as Media to Combat Fake News

    Russian Lawmaker Pushes to Classify Telegram Channels as Media to Combat Fake News Duma's Andrei Svintsov calls for treating Telegram channels as media to fight fakes, predicting 2026 blocks for…

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    [2025.12.30] Telegram Android 12.3 Beta Unveils Major Interface Overhaul

    [2025.12.30] Telegram Android 12.3 Beta Unveils Major Interface Overhaul

    Telegram Android 12.3 Beta Unveils Major Interface Overhaul Telegram Android 12.3 Beta removes sidebar, moves key sections to bottom nav, adds quick account switch, persistent search bar, and updated Settings…

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    Legal Expert Warns of Penalties for Illegal Telegram Usernames in Russia

    Legal Expert Warns of Penalties for Illegal Telegram Usernames in Russia

    A Russian legal expert has warned that using an illegal or extremist-related nickname in Telegram can lead to serious administrative and even criminal penalties. Lawyer Mikhail Salkin told NEWS.ru that…

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    2025-12-05 Create
    [2025.11.14] France Ends Travel Ban on Telegram Founder Pavel Durov

    [2025.11.14] France Ends Travel Ban on Telegram Founder Pavel Durov

    France Ends Travel Ban on Telegram Founder Pavel Durov French authorities fully lifted Pavel Durov’s travel ban amid an ongoing probe into Telegram’s moderation and alleged misuse by criminal actors.…

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    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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    [2025.9.30] 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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    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