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Not All Russian Agencies Have Fully Moved from Telegram to Max

Not all official agencies in Russia have fully abandoned Telegram in favour of the national messenger Max. In early January 2026, several regional branches of the Emergencies Ministry (EMERCOM) announced they were closing their Telegram channels due to a complete “move” to Max, but later returned to the familiar platform. Regional offices in Dagestan, Sverdlovsk, […]

Telegram Suffers Major Outage in Moscow and Surrounding Region

On the morning of January 13, Telegram users in Moscow and the surrounding region experienced a major service disruption. Starting around 08:47 Moscow time, the monitoring service DownDetector recorded a sharp spike in complaints about the messenger’s performance.​ Thousands of people across Russia reported being unable to use key Telegram functions essential for everyday communication […]

Telegram Bloggers Earn Over $57 Million via Yandex Ads

In Kazakhstan, as in many other countries, content monetisation on social networks is no longer reserved for major media brands. New data indicate that Telegram channel authors can now earn substantial income from their content without personally searching for advertisers or handling negotiations. Since monetisation through Yandex Ads launched in 2023, partners of the Yandex […]

Telegram Seeks Top Android Developer via Contest with $1M Salary

Telegram is attracting global Android developers through a high-stakes coding contest, offering a $50,000 prize pool and a potential full-time role at its Dubai office. The winner could earn $1 million annually after tax (over Rs 8 crore), as announced by founder Pavel Durov on X. The Telegram Android Contest 2025 is the exclusive path […]

Telegram Tripled Channel and Group Blocks to 44M in 2025

Telegram’s administration blocked 44.085 million channels and groups last year for violating platform rules—a 170% increase (2.7x) from the previous year. The sharpest rise occurred in Q4, with 17.416 million blocked in three months, surpassing the entire prior year’s total. Among them: over 950,000 channels with child sexual abuse material (up 28.02%) and around 234,000 […]

Mizulina: Up to 40% of Drug Sales in Russia Occur via Telegram

Elena Mizulina, head of the Safe Internet League, stated that up to 40% of illegal drug sales in Russia take place through Telegram. She described the situation as a major social crisis, emphasizing that information about drug sales is openly accessible on the platform — even to children — and that illegal substances can be […]

Telegram Mobile Apps May Leak IP Addresses Through Proxy Setup Links

A security researcher has discovered that Telegram’s mobile apps on Android and iOS may inadvertently expose users’ IP addresses through quick proxy setup links. Unlike unsafe file or link warnings, Telegram automatically connects to proxy servers to check availability—bypassing any security pop-up. This behavior allows attackers to disguise proxy setup links as usernames or harmless […]

Telegram Rolls Out In-App TON Wallet for U.S. Users

Telegram, the popular cross-platform messaging app, has launched TON Wallet integration for U.S.-based users, marking a major step toward mainstream cryptocurrency adoption worldwide. The official announcement on Telegram’s social channels confirms that American users can now send, receive, and manage crypto assets directly within the app. This seamless in-app functionality eliminates the need for external […]

Telegram Blocks Amazon CloudFront Links with False Spam Errors

Users worldwide are reporting that Telegram blocks messages containing the cloudfront.net domain, a popular Amazon CDN used by countless websites to host media files. Attempting to send such links triggers an error popup: “Sorry, you can only send messages to mutual contacts at the moment.” This message typically indicates a spam-related account restriction, but affected […]

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 […]

    6 Russian Telegram Channels for Travel in 2025

    Telegram has emerged as an essential platform for travelers seeking real-time updates, travel deals, insider tips, and destination inspiration. For those passionate about exploring new places, several Telegram channels offer...
    • Авиакомпания «Победа» (PobedaAirlines)

      Авиакомпания «Победа» (PobedaAirlines)

      Pobeda Airlines is a Russian low-cost carrier and a subsidiary of Aeroflot Group. The Telegram channel functions as the official communication platform, delivering timely updates on flight schedules, promotional campaigns, corporate announcements, and service information. Known for its aggressive market expansion, Pobeda transported over 10 million passengers in 2019 and…
    • АЭРОФЛОТ (Aeroflot)

      АЭРОФЛОТ (Aeroflot)

      Aeroflot, Russia’s national flag carrier and among the top 20 global airlines by passenger throughput, utilizes its official Telegram channel as a strategic communication platform. This channel disseminates operational updates, including flight schedules, new service offerings, safety protocols, and corporate recovery and expansion initiatives. The airline maintains a substantial fleet…
    • Вагон скидок (Fpcrussia)

      Вагон скидок (Fpcrussia)

      The Telegram channel functions as an official communication platform for the Federal Passenger Company Russia (FPC Russia), a subsidiary of Russian Railways responsible for the operation of long-distance and intercity passenger rail services. It provides real-time updates on train schedules, ticketing information, travel advisories, and official notifications pertinent to railway…
    • Яндекс Путешествия (yandex_travel)

      Яндекс Путешествия (yandex_travel)

      Yandex Travel Telegram channel is a component of Yandex’s integrated digital ecosystem, delivering travel-related solutions within the Russian Federation. The channel disseminates information on travel services such as airfares, accommodation options, tour packages, and travel advisories. It functions as a communication platform for announcing promotional campaigns, special offers, new functionalities…
    • Вандруки (Vandrouki)

      Вандруки (Vandrouki)

      Vandrouki is a travel-centric Telegram channel and community dedicated to Russian-speaking explorers. It offers practical travel intelligence, comprehensive destination guides, promotional discounts, and user-contributed insights on navigating Russia and international locations. The content frequently encompasses cost-effective travel strategies, destination evaluations, visa procedures, and promotion of both domestic and international tourism…
    • Туту (tutu_travel)

      Туту (tutu_travel)

      Tutu Travel is affiliated with Tutu.ru, a leading Russian online travel agency and ticketing platform. Their Telegram channel disseminates real-time updates on promotional fares, ticket availability for air, rail, and bus services, booking incentives, and travel advisories. The platform aims to streamline travel procurement by sharing exclusive offers and strategic…
    Авиакомпания «Победа» (PobedaAirlines)

    Авиакомпания «Победа» (PobedaAirlines)

    Pobeda Airlines is a Russian low-cost carrier and a subsidiary of Aeroflot Group. The Telegram channel functions as the official communication platform, delivering timely updates on flight schedules, promotional campaigns, corporate announcements, and service information. Known for its aggressive market expansion, Pobeda transported over 10 million passengers in 2019 and…
    Channel Russian
    АЭРОФЛОТ (Aeroflot)

    АЭРОФЛОТ (Aeroflot)

    Aeroflot, Russia’s national flag carrier and among the top 20 global airlines by passenger throughput, utilizes its official Telegram channel as a strategic communication platform. This channel disseminates operational updates, including flight schedules, new service offerings, safety protocols, and corporate recovery and expansion initiatives. The airline maintains a substantial fleet…
    Channel Russian
    Вагон скидок (Fpcrussia)

    Вагон скидок (Fpcrussia)

    The Telegram channel functions as an official communication platform for the Federal Passenger Company Russia (FPC Russia), a subsidiary of Russian Railways responsible for the operation of long-distance and intercity passenger rail services. It provides real-time updates on train schedules, ticketing information, travel advisories, and official notifications pertinent to railway…
    Travel Channel
    Яндекс Путешествия (yandex_travel)

    Яндекс Путешествия (yandex_travel)

    Yandex Travel Telegram channel is a component of Yandex’s integrated digital ecosystem, delivering travel-related solutions within the Russian Federation. The channel disseminates information on travel services such as airfares, accommodation options, tour packages, and travel advisories. It functions as a communication platform for announcing promotional campaigns, special offers, new functionalities…
    Channel Russian
    Вандруки (Vandrouki)

    Вандруки (Vandrouki)

    Vandrouki is a travel-centric Telegram channel and community dedicated to Russian-speaking explorers. It offers practical travel intelligence, comprehensive destination guides, promotional discounts, and user-contributed insights on navigating Russia and international locations. The content frequently encompasses cost-effective travel strategies, destination evaluations, visa procedures, and promotion of both domestic and international tourism…
    Channel Russian
    Туту (tutu_travel)

    Туту (tutu_travel)

    Tutu Travel is affiliated with Tutu.ru, a leading Russian online travel agency and ticketing platform. Their Telegram channel disseminates real-time updates on promotional fares, ticket availability for air, rail, and bus services, booking incentives, and travel advisories. The platform aims to streamline travel procurement by sharing exclusive offers and strategic…
    Travel Channel
    Eddy Travels

    Eddy Travels

    Eddy Travels Bot is an AI-driven travel management assistant on Telegram designed to streamline itinerary planning. Users can interact with Eddy through natural language or commands to access optimal flight options, accommodation bookings, vehicle rentals, guided tours, and activities. The bot integrates with travel data APIs to deliver tailored recommendations,…
    BOT English