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Telegram Powers SENTINEL Framework for Predictive Cyberattack Detection

Cyberattacks pose growing risks to critical infrastructure and digital security, but defenses typically react only after incidents occur. Researchers Mohammad Hammas Saeed and Howie Huang from George Washington University, along with colleagues, introduce SENTINEL, a groundbreaking framework for proactively spotting emerging cyber threats. The team shows that Telegram discussions reveal early warning signals, as attackers […]

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

To tackle fake news, Telegram channels should be equated to mass media outlets, subjecting them to fines and blocks, stated Andrei Svintsov, Deputy Chairman of the State Duma’s Information Policy, IT, and Communications Committee, in an interview with NEWS.ru. Discussions have long circulated about applying media laws to Telegram channels and large public pages. Svintsov […]

Russian Lawmaker: No Plans to Ban Telegram Advertising

Russia’s State Duma has no intention of prohibiting advertising on Telegram, according to Anton Gorelklin, First Deputy Chairman of the Information Policy Committee. Speaking to RIA Novosti, he highlighted that Telegram was among the first platforms to support the law on labeling online ads. The messenger now offers advertising through influencers, chatbots, and its official […]

Telegram Android 12.3 Beta Unveils Major Interface Overhaul

Telegram’s Android 12.3 Beta version features a comprehensive redesign of the app’s interface, streamlining navigation and improving accessibility. Key changes include the complete removal of the sidebar: essential sections like “My Account,” “Contacts,” and “Calls” now reside in the bottom navigation bar, while other options appear in the three-dot menu above the chat list. Settings […]

Telegram Users in Russia Report Widespread Service Outage

Russian users are reporting significant disruptions in Telegram’s operation. According to user accounts, the web version of the messenger is not loading, messages are failing to send, and bots and mobile apps are also malfunctioning. The outage has been ongoing for about half an hour, with reports peaking on social media. Data from online monitoring […]

Buy Telegram Stars Early to Avoid Holiday Payment Delays

With New Year celebrations approaching, many Telegram users plan to send Stars and other gifts to friends and family. However, the @tginfo editorial team warns that Telegram’s servers often face heavy loads during the holiday period, which can lead to payment failures. Disruptions may occur both when buying Stars with bank cards and when using […]

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 its authenticity. According to the report, the bot handles inquiries specifically related to Telegram Premium subscriptions processed through @premiumbot. Users experiencing issues with payments or […]

Human Rights Council Head Proposes Equating Major Telegram Channels with Media

Valery Fadeev, Chairman of Russia’s Presidential Council for Civil Society and Human Rights, suggested that large Telegram channels and bloggers should be given the same rights and responsibilities as traditional media outlets. Speaking at a press breakfast on December 24, he told Vedomosti that such regulation has been discussed for several years and deserves renewed […]

Expert Warns Telegram Ban Without Alternatives Could Be Socially Dangerous

Experts caution that blocking Telegram in Russia without a comparable alternative could trigger serious social and technical risks. They argue the government should focus on fostering competition and improving domestic platforms rather than imposing outright bans. Daniil Arzhakov, a lecturer at Synergy University, told RuNews24.ru that banning Telegram under the current conditions would be both […]

Telegram Founder Durov Accuses Macron of Turning EU into a “Digital Gulag”

Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov has accused French President Emmanuel Macron of imposing online censorship, claiming Macron is “trying to silence online critics and turn the entire EU into a digital Gulag.” In a statement posted on the U.S. social platform X, Durov sharply criticized the European Union’s Digital Services Act (DSA), which he […]

[2025.12.15] Telegram Adds Passkey Login, Safe Gift Offers, and Profile Audio for Stories

Telegram Adds Passkey Login, Safe Gift Offers, and Profile Audio for Stories Telegram’s update adds secure passkey logins without SMS, escrow‑based gift purchase offers using Stars or TON, and a…

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Pavel Durov Allegedly Helps “Natalnaya Karta” Star Recover Hijacked Telegram Account

Comedian and actor Dmitry Zhuravlev, host of the show “Natalnaya Karta,” says that in March scammers hijacked his personal Instagram and Telegram accounts by reissuing his SIM card with a…

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[2025.12.8] Telegram Adds Passkey Login via Password Managers on iOS and Android

Telegram Adds Passkey Login via Password Managers on iOS and Android Telegram’s stable iOS and Android apps now support passkey login via password managers, enabling passwordless sign‑in confirmed by Face…

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Telegram Adds Passkey Login via Password Managers on iOS and Android

Telegram has rolled out support for passkey-based authentication in the stable versions of its iOS and Android apps. To enable the feature, users need to open Telegram’s Settings, go to…

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[2025.12.4] Telegram Tests Passkey Login in Android Beta for Passwordless Access

Telegram Tests Passkey Login in Android Beta for Passwordless Access Telegram's Android beta adds passkey login via Google/Apple/Samsung managers, skipping SMS/passwords with biometric verification for secure, seamless access. source: kod…

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Telegram Tests Passkey Login in Android Beta for Passwordless Access

Telegram is preparing to introduce passkey authentication, discovered in the Android beta version 12.2.8. Passkeys, stored securely in password managers from Google, Apple, Samsung, and others, allow users to log…

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Yandex AI Assistant Aids Telegram Channel Creators with Content and Monetization

Yandex has introduced an AI-powered helper bot designed specifically for Telegram channel authors, enabling them to generate content in their blog's style, edit texts, fix errors, create polls for subscribers,…

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[2025.11.6] Telegram Introduces WhatsApp Verification in Russia

Telegram Introduces WhatsApp Verification in Russia Telegram now sends verification codes to Russian users via WhatsApp, enabling login or new-accounts without SMS, amid ongoing debates about verification security and accessibility.…

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Telegram Introduces WhatsApp Verification in Russia

Telegram has begun delivering verification codes to Russian users via WhatsApp, a shift that enables activation of new accounts or login to existing ones without SMS. Reports from the “Durova…