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White House Digital Asset Markets Group Unveils Inaugural Crypto Report

The White House Digital Asset Markets Group released its first report outlining proposals to address regulatory uncertainty in U.S. digital asset markets. Contrary to expectations, it contains no details on a U.S. crypto reserve and instead focuses on clarifying CFTC and SEC roles, registration requirements, custody and reporting. Recommendations include passing the Digital Asset Market […]

Snoop Dogg Digital Gifts Fuel Toncoin (TON) Trading Surge

Traders are aggressively accumulating Toncoin as Snoop Dogg-themed digital gifts become tradeable on Telegram’s TON blockchain, reports analyst @jbfxdotme. The celebrity-backed collectibles have triggered a significant spike in TON trading volumes and user interest, highlighting the growing intersection of pop culture and crypto utility. The development underscores TON’s expanding ecosystem, where limited-edition celebrity assets drive […]

Telegram Outage Disrupts Users Worldwide Amid New Update

On the evening of July 31, Telegram users in several countries reported service interruptions, according to Downdetector. In Russia, users experienced disrupted notifications, mobile app failures, and website issues. In the UK, the US, Germany and elsewhere, complaints noted server connection errors and login problems. Reports spiked on Downdetector shortly after 7 PM UTC. The […]

TON Poised to Mass-Adopt Crypto via Telegram, Says MEXC COO

The Open Network (TON) is uniquely positioned to drive mainstream crypto adoption by leveraging Telegram’s 900 million users, argues Tracy Jin, COO of MEXC. Unlike Ethereum’s complex UX, TON integrates blockchain invisibly into Telegram through features like Wallet and Mini-Apps (e.g., Notcoin), enabling frictionless Web3 experiences. Over 150 million TON accounts exist, with daily transactions […]

Telegram Unveils Spending-Based Ratings, Premium Search Limits & New Collections

Telegram’s latest update (v11.14) introduces significant, money-focused features. A Profile Rating system now displays publicly, reflecting a user’s total spending on Telegram Stars via gifts, paid messages, and reactions. This rating can increase or decrease based on transactions and refunds, remains hidden at zero, and can even go negative, with no option to hide it. […]

JPMorgan Partners with Coinbase to Enable Chase Credit Card Crypto Purchases

JPMorgan Chase—America’s largest bank—will integrate crypto services via Coinbase, allowing Chase credit card holders to purchase digital assets starting fall 2025. By 2026, customers can redeem credit card points for USDC stablecoin and link bank accounts directly to Coinbase. This landmark partnership signals traditional finance’s accelerating embrace of digital assets, leveraging Coinbase’s infrastructure and JPMorgan’s […]

TON Nest Reschedules “Investor Outreach 101” Workshop to August 6

TON Nest’s “Investor Outreach 101” workshop with Daniil Shcherbakov (Co-Founder @ton_tongames) has been rescheduled to Wednesday, August 6, due to unforeseen speaker availability issues. The session promises actionable tactics for founders seeking funding, including targeted investor searches, warm intro strategies, cold email frameworks, and follow-up mastery. Originally set for July 30, the workshop will retain […]

TONAPI YouTube Contest Winners Revealed, $5,000 Prize Pool Distributed

The TONAPI YouTube Contest has concluded, with five winners selected to share a $5,000 USDT prize pool in Bitrefill gift cards. First place received $1,500 for showcasing exceptional projects built using TONAPI’s tools. Organizers thanked all participants for exceeding submission expectations, noting the high volume required extended review time. Winning entries—demonstrating innovative TONAPI integrations—are now […]

TON DeFi Launches Up to 20% APY USDe Boost Campaign

The USDe APY boost campaign has expanded across TON’s DeFi ecosystem, enabling users to earn up to 20% annual yield. Participants can now deploy USDe/tsUSDe across top protocols like Affluent, EVAA, STON.fi, and FIVA, accessing diverse strategies including automated yield management, lending, liquidity provision, and fixed-rate options. Newcomers can leverage a comprehensive guide detailing each […]

Telegram’s @crypto Username Offered $25M After $350K Purchase

An early TON blockchain adopter who bought Telegram’s @crypto username for $350,000 2.5 years ago has received a $25 million purchase offer, revealed by Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov on July 30. Durov emphasized that direct digital ownership enables such “magic,” noting the handle’s 70x value surge via tokenization. He asserted Telegram is the sole major […]

    [2025.7.7]Telegram July Update: Introduces Checklists & Monetized Post Suggestions

    [2025.7.7]Telegram July Update: Introduces Checklists & Monetized Post Suggestions

    Telegram July Update: Introduces Checklists & Monetized Post Suggestions Telegram’s July update adds collaborative checklists with permission controls and Suggested Posts. Subscribers can propose content to channels, offering Toncoin or Stars for monetized publishing. source: Telegram Org Content comes from: https://onlytg.io/telegram-news/telegram-july-update-introduces-checklists-monetized-post-suggestions.html   Telegram Clarifies Gift API Errors Were Technical, Not…
    Spur Protocol & WizoLayer Forge Web3 Alliance to Boost Base Ecosystem Engagement

    Spur Protocol & WizoLayer Forge Web3 Alliance to Boost Base Ecosystem Engagement

    Spur Protocol and WizoLayer have partnered to accelerate Web3 adoption within the Base ecosystem. The collaboration merges Spur’s token-powered Learn-to-Earn education and Play-to-Earn gaming with WizoLayer’s passive token mining (1 WIZO/second) and social incentives. This integration creates seamless Web3 onboarding: users earn $SPUR tokens through quizzes and games while mining…
    TON Builders: Master DeFi with STON.fi Workshop

    TON Builders: Master DeFi with STON.fi Workshop

    STON.fi will host a workshop on Wednesday, July 9th for TON developers and strategists. Part 1 covers leveraging DEXs to embed DeFi and utility models. Part 2 provides a coding session using Omniston, STON.fi’s protocol for aggregating liquidity across major TON DEXes. Join at 3:00 PM CEST | 4:00 PM GST | 9:00 PM HKT on YouTube and Zoom. Experts…
    New TON Safety Guide Helps Users Outsmart Scams

    New TON Safety Guide Helps Users Outsmart Scams

    The TON Foundation has released Part 1 of its "Trust, Safety & Scams" blog series, empowering users to navigate risks in TON’s rapidly expanding ecosystem. The guide highlights common threats like fake bots, wallet drainers, and scam tokens, offering actionable strategies to spot red flags, secure wallets, and build safety…
    Telegram Clarifies Gift API Errors Were Technical, Not Intentional Restrictions

    Telegram Clarifies Gift API Errors Were Technical, Not Intentional Restrictions

    On July 4, Telegram’s gift purchase API began returning 500 Internal Server Errors for new gifts and 400 Bad Request responses with the code STARGIFT_USAGE_LIMITED to prevent bulk purchases and ensure fair access. Official reports later confirmed the issue was a technical outage—not an intentional restriction—affecting bots and userbots between 18:10…
    Telegram July Update: Introduces Checklists & Monetized Post Suggestions

    Telegram July Update: Introduces Checklists & Monetized Post Suggestions

    Telegram's July update introduces powerful new features: Checklists and Suggested Posts. Premium users can now create collaborative checklists in any chat with granular permissions to track tasks or manage lists efficiently. The update also launches Suggested Posts, enabling subscribers to submit content (like promotions or fan art) directly to channels.…
    6 Russian Telegram Channels Focused on Technology You Should Know

    6 Russian Telegram Channels Focused on Technology You Should Know

    If you are enthusiastic about the technology sector, maintaining awareness of the latest developments, tools, and industry insights is crucial. Telegram provides a dynamic network of channels dedicated to information security, artificial intelligence, digital innovation, and emerging technological trends. Here are some of the most reputable technology-centric Telegram channels you…
    [2025.7.5] Durov Claims “Targeted Campaign” to Discredit Telegram Amid Privacy Concerns

    [2025.7.5] Durov Claims “Targeted Campaign” to Discredit Telegram Amid Privacy Concerns

    Durov Claims "Targeted Campaign" to Discredit Telegram Amid Privacy Concerns Pavel Durov dismissed fake reports of Telegram quitting Russia, refuted OSINT channel blocks due to data enforcement, and decried an under‑covered IP leak investigation rebuttal. source: Ведомости Content comes from: https://onlytg.io/telegram-news/durov-claims-targeted-campaign-to-discredit-telegram-amid-privacy-concerns.html   The Open Platform Secures $28.5 Million Series A at $1 Billion…
    Coinbase Acquires LiquiFi to Strengthen Web3 Infrastructure

    Coinbase Acquires LiquiFi to Strengthen Web3 Infrastructure

    Coinbase has acquired LiquiFi, a token management platform offering vesting, allocation tracking, and compliance automation, to broaden its Web3 infrastructure beyond trading. The acquisition simplifies compliant token issuance and distribution, positioning Coinbase as a partner throughout a project’s lifecycle. LiquiFi’s team, led by CEO Conner Brown, will join Coinbase to…
    Russian Official Rules Out Telegram Block, Cites Compliance

    Russian Official Rules Out Telegram Block, Cites Compliance

    Sergei Boyarsky, head of Russia's State Duma Committee on IT Policy, stated there are "no prerequisites for blocking Telegram" in Russia. In an interview with Lenta.ru, Boyarsky dismissed media speculation about potential restrictions, noting foreign messengers operating in Russia comply with data localization and content removal requirements. The deputy contrasted…
    Telegram Bot API 9.1 Adds Checklists, Gift Tools & Expanded Features

    Telegram Bot API 9.1 Adds Checklists, Gift Tools & Expanded Features

    Telegram’s Bot API 9.1 introduces major updates for developers, highlighted by new checklist functionality. Business bots can now create and edit interactive checklists using dedicated classes (Checklist, ChecklistTask) and methods (sendChecklist, editMessageChecklist), enabling task tracking directly in messages. Additional upgrades include enhanced gift management with resale tracking fields (next_transfer_date, last_resale_star_count),…
    The Open Platform Secures $28.5 Million Series A at $1 Billion Valuation

    The Open Platform Secures $28.5 Million Series A at $1 Billion Valuation

    The Open Platform (TOP), a leading developer for the Telegram-associated TON blockchain, announced a $28.5 million Series A funding round, achieving a $1 billion valuation. The investment was led by Ribbit Capital with participation from Pantera Capital, acquiring a combined stake of approximately 5%. TOP is the key developer behind…
    Durov Claims “Targeted Campaign” to Discredit Telegram Amid Privacy Concerns

    Durov Claims “Targeted Campaign” to Discredit Telegram Amid Privacy Concerns

    Telegram founder Pavel Durov has denounced a "targeted campaign to discredit" the messenger, citing recent incidents. He refuted fake reports about Telegram exiting Russia and denied political motivations behind temporarily blocking some OSINT channels, attributing it to automated enforcement against personal data sharing. Durov also criticized a "technically illiterate" June…
    [2025.7.3]Telegram 11.13 Introduces Checklists, Channel Tools & Monetization

    [2025.7.3]Telegram 11.13 Introduces Checklists, Channel Tools & Monetization

    Telegram 11.13 Introduces Checklists, Channel Tools & Monetization Telegram 11.13 adds Premium checklists with configurable task permissions, channel post submissions with editing and scheduling, and monetization in Toncoin or Stars with 24‑hour payouts and refund protection. source: Telegram Info Channel Content comes from: https://onlytg.io/telegram-news/telegram-11-13-introduces-checklists-channel-tools-monetization.html   Telegram iOS Translation Settings Temporarily…
    Tonkeeper Pro iOS Adds Integrated dApp Browser

    Tonkeeper Pro iOS Adds Integrated dApp Browser

    Tonkeeper Pro iOS has introduced a built-in browser enabling direct access to dApps, partner services, and on-chain tools within the wallet. The feature eliminates reliance on external browsers. The browser supports multi-tab navigation, tab pinning, and seamless wallet switching across tabs. Users can directly access staking, trading, or partner services…
    TON Open Hack Commences July 3 at EthCC Cannes

    TON Open Hack Commences July 3 at EthCC Cannes

    Phase 1 ("IdeaTON") of the TON Open Hack begins today at EthCC Cannes. The event invites participants to propose Web3 projects for the TON blockchain, integrated with Telegram’s user ecosystem. Attendance is available in person at Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic or online via livestream. Selected projects may receive portions of…
    Telegram iOS & macOS Disable Links from Non‑Contacts to Combat Scams

    Telegram iOS & macOS Disable Links from Non‑Contacts to Combat Scams

    Telegram’s latest iOS and macOS apps now display links sent by non‑contacts as plain text—no color highlighting and not clickable. Users tapping these messages won’t be redirected, reducing the risk of phishing or scam URLs. To restore link functionality, add the sender to your contacts or hide the chat header.…
    Telegram iOS Translation Settings Temporarily Removed in v11.13

    Telegram iOS Translation Settings Temporarily Removed in v11.13

    Telegram version 11.13 for iOS has removed translation settings from the "Settings › Language" menu. This follows reports of translation service disruptions since June 26. New code references suggest Telegram may be developing offline translation models for local device installation, indicating potential functional changes. A subsequent update (v5.16.1 released July…
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