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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 […]

    [2025.12.9] Telegram Unveils UFC Mystery Box Gift Campaign with $100,000 Art Basel Promo

    [2025.12.9] Telegram Unveils UFC Mystery Box Gift Campaign with $100,000 Art Basel Promo

    Telegram Unveils UFC Mystery Box Gift Campaign with $100,000 Art Basel Promo Telegram launched a UFC‑themed gift campaign with public auctions for UFC Mystery Boxes, a new @ufc channel, and…

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    2025-12-09 Create
    Yandex’s @pic Becomes Telegram’s Leading Content Bot

    Yandex’s @pic Becomes Telegram’s Leading Content Bot

    Yandex’s Telegram bot @pic has risen to the top of the popularity rankings among content bots in the messenger. Company representatives told Durov’s Code that @pic is now one of…

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    2025-12-09 Create
    Yandex AI Assistant Aids Telegram Channel Creators with Content and Monetization

    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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    2025-12-03 Create
    [2025.12.1] Bashkiria MP Denies Plans for Full Ban on WhatsApp and Telegram

    [2025.12.1] Bashkiria MP Denies Plans for Full Ban on WhatsApp and Telegram

    Bashkiria MP Denies Plans for Full Ban on WhatsApp and Telegram A Bashkiria State Duma deputy rejected claims of a full WhatsApp and Telegram ban, saying authorities only recommend moving…

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    2025-12-01 Create
    Telegram Bot to Monitor Yamal Winter Roads to Launch

    Telegram Bot to Monitor Yamal Winter Roads to Launch

    Authorities in Russia’s Yamal region are preparing to launch a Telegram bot that will provide residents and visitors with real‑time information on the condition of seasonal winter roads. The project…

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    2025-12-01 Create
    [2025.11.13] Telegram Becomes a Major Marketing Platform, With Strong Small-Business Growth

    [2025.11.13] Telegram Becomes a Major Marketing Platform, With Strong Small-Business Growth

    Telegram Becomes a Major Marketing Platform, With Strong Small-Business Growth Telegram is now a major marketing platform, with small businesses driving most advertising and micro-channel growth expanding direct audience engagement…

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    2025-11-13 Create
    Sakhalin Court Rules in Telegram Bot Contract Dispute

    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…

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    2025-11-13 Create
    Russia Bans Telegram Voice-Deception Information

    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…

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    2025-11-07 Create
    5 Voice Telegram Bots You Should Try in 2025

    5 Voice Telegram Bots You Should Try in 2025

    If you often work with audio messages, transcriptions, or voice conversions, Telegram offers a range of bots that make your life easier. From voice-to-text to AI speech generation, these voice…

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