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Russian Regional Emergency Services Exit Telegram

Official agencies and departments are increasingly abandoning Telegram, with regional branches of Russia’s Ministry of Emergency Situations (EMERCOM) leading the trend. According to PrimaMedia on January 6, EMERCOM offices in Primorsky Krai and Sverdlovsk Oblast have announced they are ceasing channel operations. Primorsky EMERCOM’s final post on January 5 expressed regret: “The moment of change […]

Durov’s Late Christmas Wish: Embrace Less for Serenity

Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov shared a belated Christmas message on X nearly two weeks after the holiday. “This year, I wish you less — less information, less food, less entertainment, less communication, less stimulation,” he wrote. “You already have too much of all that, and it stands in the way of your serenity, […]

Telegram Source Denies Russian Dependency Amid $500M Bond Freeze Claims

A source close to Telegram refuted Financial Times reports to Durov’s Code, clarifying that $500 million in blocked bonds do not indicate Russian dependency due to sanctions. The FT article claimed sanctions on Russia’s National Settlement Depository (NSD) immobilized the bonds. However, the source specifies these refer to a 2021 bond issuance, largely repaid by […]

Durov: Telegram Is Not Dependent on Russian Capital

Telegram founder Pavel Durov firmly denied any financial reliance on Russia amid reports of frozen bonds. “No Russian investors participated in our recent $1.7 billion bond issuance. The old 2021 bonds are mostly repaid and pose no issues,” he stated. Durov emphasized that bondholders hold no voting rights or shareholder status, adding, “I am the […]

Dagestan EMERCOM Closes Telegram Channel, Shifts to MAX and VK

The Republic of Dagestan branch of Russia’s Ministry of Emergency Situations (EMERCOM) is shutting down its official Telegram channel. The press service expressed gratitude to readers for their trust and support over the years. Moving forward, the primary platforms for news, updates, and announcements will be the ministry’s channels on MAX, VK, OK, and Rutube. […]

Telegram’s $500M Russian Bonds Frozen Under Western Sanctions

Western sanctions have frozen $500 million of Telegram’s bonds held in Russia’s central securities depository, exposing the messaging app’s lingering financial ties to Moscow despite founder Pavel Durov’s efforts to cut connections. Telegram recently issued $1.7 billion in bonds in May to repurchase existing debt, including most maturing in 2026. However, sources familiar with investor […]

Major Telegram Outage Reported in Yamal Region

A large-scale Telegram outage occurred overnight on January 5, with most user complaints coming from the Yamal-Nenets Autonomous Okrug (YNAO), according to the monitoring platform Downdetector. Statistics show that Yamal accounted for 15% of all reports, with approximately one in seven complaints linked to Telegram. Users mainly reported that the app was completely inaccessible and […]

Telegram Tests Emoji Stake, Its Own Casino-Style Platform

Telegram is testing a new built-in feature called Emoji Stake, which functions similarly to an online casino, according to Durov’s Code. The feature was first discovered in late December 2025 through code analysis but is still under testing and not yet publicly available. Emoji Stake will allow users to place bets using TON, Telegram’s native […]

Kuban Emergency Ministry Stops Updating Its Telegram Channel

The Ministry of Emergency Situations (EMERCOM) of the Krasnodar Region announced that, starting January 2, it has ceased publishing updates on its official Telegram channel. According to a statement from the regional directorate, all official news, emergency reports, preventive materials, and urgent warnings will now be posted exclusively on the ministry’s channel within the MAX […]

Telegram 12.3 Update Introduces AI Summaries and New Visual Effects

Telegram has released version 12.3 for Android and iOS, bringing AI-powered summaries, new design updates, and improved usability. According to Beta Info, users can now instantly view concise summaries of long posts in channels. The compact version automatically appears at the top of articles opened in Instant View mode. These summaries are generated using open-source […]

    [2025.12.22] Telegram Vertical Video Views Cost 36% More in 2025

    [2025.12.22] Telegram Vertical Video Views Cost 36% More in 2025

    Telegram Vertical Video Views Cost 36% More in 2025 Telegram vertical video CPV rose 36.4% to 4.42 rubles in 2025; native formats, employee content, and domestic rivals like VK Clips…

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    Multimedia Messages

    Click here to OnlyTG Echo help center>>>OnlyTG Echo provides the function to configure multiple media to a single message when setting Start Message/Auto Reply/Quick Reply/Broadcast and other features.Video Tutorialhttps://youtu.be/YTyG-GCvPX4step 1Here…

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    [2025.12.18] Blogs, Video Channels, and News Aggregators Lead Telegram by Reach and Engagement

    [2025.12.18] Blogs, Video Channels, and News Aggregators Lead Telegram by Reach and Engagement

    Blogs, Video Channels, and News Aggregators Lead Telegram by Reach and Engagement MTS AdTech and LiveDune report that blogs, video channels, and news aggregators lead Telegram by reach and engagement,…

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    Channel Post Edit

    Channel Post Edit

    Click here to OnlyTG Echo help center>>>OnlyTG Echo provides the function to Edit Channel Post via your bot. You can modify a published post.Video Tutorialhttps://youtu.be/OItkAfOoKesstep 1Published Post Send /start command to…

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    Channel Management

    Channel Management

    Click here to OnlyTG Echo help center>>>OnlyTG Echo provides the function to Manage Channel via your bot.  And the OnlyTG Console also tracks channel statistics and subscriber data.Video Tutorialhttps://youtu.be/Az8zQFUG81cstep 1Channel…

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    Channel Post

    Click here to OnlyTG Echo help center>>>OnlyTG Echo provides the function to Publish Channel Post via your bot. You can configure text/media/button for your post.Video Tutorialhttps://youtu.be/4BlaHFYiIxU step 1Send /start command to…

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    5 Russian Humor Telegram Channels to Brighten Your Day

    5 Russian Humor Telegram Channels to Brighten Your Day

    Russian humor is beloved for its wit, relatable observations, and unique cultural flair— and Telegram is the go-to platform for accessing curated laughs. Below are 5 tailored recommendations, each with…

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    2025-11-25 Create
    Tracking Links

    Tracking Links

    Click here to OnlyTG Echo help center>>>OnlyTG Echo provides the function to generate multiple unique Tracking Links for your bot. You can share these links on different promotion channels. When contacts…

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    [2025.10.16] Russians Trust Telegram and TV Most for Cybersecurity News, Prefer Short Posts and Videos

    [2025.10.16] Russians Trust Telegram and TV Most for Cybersecurity News, Prefer Short Posts and Videos

    Russians Trust Telegram and TV Most for Cybersecurity News, Prefer Short Posts and Videos Russians rely on Telegram and TV for cybersecurity news, favoring short posts and videos. AI tools…

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