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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.  […]

    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...
    • 1337

      1337

      The @media1337 Telegram channel serves as a digital media dissemination platform specializing in technology news, internet culture updates, and emerging digital trends. It primarily provides information on the latest software developments, consumer electronics, cybersecurity analysis, and multimedia content such as videos and images related to current technological advancements. The channel…
    • NN

      NN

      The @naebnet Telegram channel, also referred to as NN, is a prominent digital media platform specializing in the internet, technology, and financial sectors. NN delivers a comprehensive array of content, including news reports, analytical insights, and expert commentary on technological advancements, cybersecurity, financial markets, and digital economy developments. The channel…
    • TechnoMotel Техномотель

      TechnoMotel Техномотель

      TechnoMotel is a Telegram channel dedicated to providing comprehensive updates on emerging technologies, internet culture, digital trends, and neural network advancements. Content encompasses a broad spectrum of topics, including new hardware devices, software releases, in-depth analyses of artificial intelligence, and evolving digital phenomena. Additionally, it features discussions on viral internet…
    • Whackdoor Бэкдор

      Whackdoor Бэкдор

      Whackdoor is a Telegram channel dedicated to exploring internet security vulnerabilities, cybersecurity strategies, and valuable online tools. The tone is somewhat informal—initially advising members to equip themselves with a "tin foil hat and reliable proxies." The channel disseminates cybersecurity news, best practices for online safety, and updates on newly identified…
    • Exploitex Эксплойт

      Exploitex Эксплойт

      Exploitex positions itself as a premier digital media platform specializing in internet culture and emerging technologies. The channel focuses on disseminating the latest developments in the technology sector, with particular emphasis on cybersecurity, digital innovation trends, and the societal implications of technological advancements. Content includes industry news, comprehensive analyses, and…
    • ChatGPTV Цифровой Журнал | IT, Neiroseti

      ChatGPTV Цифровой Журнал | IT, Neiroseti

      ChatGPTV is a Telegram channel dedicated to everything about ChatGPT and AI chatbots. Here, you’ll find updates on the latest features, tips for getting the most out of ChatGPT, and discussions about how AI is changing the way we communicate and work. The channel often shares tutorials, user experiences, and…
    1337

    1337

    The @media1337 Telegram channel serves as a digital media dissemination platform specializing in technology news, internet culture updates, and emerging digital trends. It primarily provides information on the latest software developments, consumer electronics, cybersecurity analysis, and multimedia content such as videos and images related to current technological advancements. The channel…
    Channel Russian
    NN

    NN

    The @naebnet Telegram channel, also referred to as NN, is a prominent digital media platform specializing in the internet, technology, and financial sectors. NN delivers a comprehensive array of content, including news reports, analytical insights, and expert commentary on technological advancements, cybersecurity, financial markets, and digital economy developments. The channel…
    Channel Russian
    TechnoMotel Техномотель

    TechnoMotel Техномотель

    TechnoMotel is a Telegram channel dedicated to providing comprehensive updates on emerging technologies, internet culture, digital trends, and neural network advancements. Content encompasses a broad spectrum of topics, including new hardware devices, software releases, in-depth analyses of artificial intelligence, and evolving digital phenomena. Additionally, it features discussions on viral internet…
    Channel Russian
    Whackdoor Бэкдор

    Whackdoor Бэкдор

    Whackdoor is a Telegram channel dedicated to exploring internet security vulnerabilities, cybersecurity strategies, and valuable online tools. The tone is somewhat informal—initially advising members to equip themselves with a "tin foil hat and reliable proxies." The channel disseminates cybersecurity news, best practices for online safety, and updates on newly identified…
    Channel Russian
    Exploitex Эксплойт

    Exploitex Эксплойт

    Exploitex positions itself as a premier digital media platform specializing in internet culture and emerging technologies. The channel focuses on disseminating the latest developments in the technology sector, with particular emphasis on cybersecurity, digital innovation trends, and the societal implications of technological advancements. Content includes industry news, comprehensive analyses, and…
    Technologies Channel
    ChatGPTV Цифровой Журнал | IT, Neiroseti

    ChatGPTV Цифровой Журнал | IT, Neiroseti

    ChatGPTV is a Telegram channel dedicated to everything about ChatGPT and AI chatbots. Here, you’ll find updates on the latest features, tips for getting the most out of ChatGPT, and discussions about how AI is changing the way we communicate and work. The channel often shares tutorials, user experiences, and…
    Channel Russian