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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 fundraising—ranging from charity to supporting bloggers and independent media.  However, the perceived anonymity of such donations via cryptocurrency, e-wallets, or online banking may be misleading. […]

Telegram Bloggers’ Income to Rise 44% in 2025

A study by Tribute platform reveals that Telegram bloggers’ income is expected to grow by 44% in 2025. Most notably, 74% of bloggers monetize their content via paid subscriptions to private Telegram channels, which is the most popular monetization method for copyrighted content in 2025. The number of long-term subscribers (over three months) to paid […]

Maria Zakharova Comments on France’s Request to Moldova to Censor Telegram Channels

Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, expressed no surprise at France’s demand for Moldova to censor Telegram channels ahead of the presidential election.  Zakharova criticized the West for its relentless efforts to undermine other countries, stating, “Who would doubt it? When the West decides to destroy another country, it acts without conscience in […]

Elon Musk Reacts “Wow” to Pavel Durov’s Post on Moldova Telegram Channel Censorship

Elon Musk responded with the single word “Wow” to a post by Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, regarding censorship requests on Telegram channels ahead of Moldova’s presidential election.  Durov revealed that about a year ago, while in Paris, French intelligence agencies approached him through an intermediary with demands to censor several Telegram channels considered […]

Russia Paid Moldovan Orthodox Priests to Create Telegram Channels to Influence Voters Before Election

Reuters reported that Russia financially supported Moldovan Orthodox priests, funding pilgrimages to Moscow and providing prepaid bank cards to them. In exchange, these priests were tasked with creating Telegram channels to influence their parishioners ahead of the Moldovan presidential election and pro-European Union referendum scheduled for November 2024.  Journalists interviewed 15 clergy members and analyzed […]

Pavel Durov Refuses Moldova Request to Censor Telegram Channels Ahead of Election

Pavel Durov, Telegram’s founder, revealed that about a year ago, while stuck in Paris, he was approached through an intermediary by French intelligence requesting help to censor several Telegram channels at Moldova’s request ahead of its presidential elections.  After reviewing the channels flagged by French and Moldovan authorities, Telegram found some that violated platform rules […]

Russian Military Intelligence and Football Fans Create Telegram Bots to Recruit Saboteurs Abroad

An investigation by Sistema revealed that Russia’s military intelligence agency, the GRU, in cooperation with the Espanyola football fan brigade fighting in Ukraine and neo-Nazi group Topaz, developed Telegram bots to recruit agents abroad for sabotage operations.  In August 2025, a propaganda video promoting the GRU bot featured Soviet imagery and a call for overseas […]

Telegram Emerges as a Powerful Marketing Channel for Fintech Brands

Telegram, the cloud-based messaging and social media platform, is quickly becoming a strong but underutilized marketing channel for fintech and technology brands. With over 2.7 billion downloads and a monthly active user base exceeding 1 billion, Telegram offers unparalleled global reach and user engagement.  Services such as Telegram Ads, mini apps, and built-in payment systems […]

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 allows users to promptly report issues related to central water supply and sewage systems.  All requests submitted via the bot are automatically recorded in the […]

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. This update brings powerful AI capabilities such as day planning, fact-checking, instant translation, meme generation, hands-free reading, and seamless Bitcoin transfers comparable to sending photos.  […]

    [2025.9.22] Telegram Users Experience Delays Receiving Paid Premium Subscriptions and Stars

    [2025.9.22] Telegram Users Experience Delays Receiving Paid Premium Subscriptions and Stars

    Telegram Users Experience Delays Receiving Paid Premium Subscriptions and Stars Telegram users face delays receiving paid Premium subscriptions and stars. They should wait two days, then contact the seller for…

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    [2025.8.29] Telegram Introduces Display and Statistics for “Stars” in Personal Accounts

    [2025.8.29] Telegram Introduces Display and Statistics for “Stars” in Personal Accounts

    Telegram Introduces Display and Statistics for "Stars" in Personal Accounts Telegram's latest update adds profile features for “Stars”, showing history, balance, and earnings. Users can also withdraw Stars via Fragment,…

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    Telegram Introduces Display and Statistics for “Stars” in Personal Accounts

    Telegram Introduces Display and Statistics for “Stars” in Personal Accounts

    Telegram has rolled out a new update enhancing user profiles with dedicated display and statistical features for “Stars”. Users can now view their top-up history, current balance, and total earnings…

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    Details About the Public Post Search in Telegram’s Latest Update

    Details About the Public Post Search in Telegram’s Latest Update

    Telegram has recently rolled out the Public Post Search feature, and from this update, we see potential for further SEO efforts. Below are some key details uncovered by OnlyTG regarding…

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    2025-08-21 Create
    Telegram Unveils Premium Features: Enhanced Search, Story Albums & Gift Collections

    Telegram Unveils Premium Features: Enhanced Search, Story Albums & Gift Collections

    Telegram's latest update introduces significant new features. Global search now includes a dedicated 'Posts' tab for finding public channel content, initially available to Premium subscribers. Users can organize Stories into…

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    Find 7 Telegram Channels for Game in 2025

    Find 7 Telegram Channels for Game in 2025

    The gaming world moves at lightning speed—new updates, exclusive leaks, and handy resources pop up daily. For gamers who want to stay in the loop without endless scrolling, Telegram has…

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    [2025.8.12]Telegram Mass-Blocks Channels for Doxxing and Extortion Following User Complaints

    [2025.8.12]Telegram Mass-Blocks Channels for Doxxing and Extortion Following User Complaints

    Telegram Mass-Blocks Channels for Doxxing and Extortion Following User Complaints Telegram blocked channels for non-consensual personal data sharing and extortion after user complaints. Durov vows removal of offenders; reports require…

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    Telegram Mass-Blocks Channels for Doxxing and Extortion Following User Complaints

    Telegram Mass-Blocks Channels for Doxxing and Extortion Following User Complaints

    Telegram founder Pavel Durov announced the platform has blocked "many channels" for publishing personal data without consent and extortion. The action follows hundreds of user complaints about blackmail schemes, including…

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    Pavel Durov Gifts Partner $52.5k Virtual Collectible

    Pavel Durov Gifts Partner $52.5k Virtual Collectible

    Telegram founder Pavel Durov celebrated companion Yulia Vavilova’s 25th birthday with a $52,500 virtual Plush Pepe collectible toy within the messenger. The gift aligns with Vavilova’s hobby of collecting pink-and-purple…

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