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Russian Lawmaker Invites Durov to Open Telegram Office in Siberia

Novosibirsk Regional Legislative Assembly deputy Darya Karaseva proposed that Telegram CEO Pavel Durov establish the messenger’s office in Novosibirsk. She highlighted Akademgorodok’s potential as Russia’s own Silicon Valley, boasting a strong scientific base and IT cluster. “Dear Pavel Durov! We in Siberia would be delighted if Telegram opened an office in Novosibirsk. Akademgorodok has everything […]

Russians Sign Open Letter Urging Durov to Open Telegram Office in Russia

State Duma Vice-Speaker Vladislav Davankov has called on citizens to sign an open letter to Telegram founder Pavel Durov, urging the messenger to establish an official representative office in Russia. Davankov argues that opening such an office represents a formal but essential requirement under Russian law. ” Officials frequently justify platform blocks by pointing out […]

Telegram Channel Subscribers Reluctant to Move to Max

Around 57% of Russian Telegram channels have opened accounts on the national messenger Max, yet their audiences there are more than 60 times smaller: 1.4 million users versus 87 million on Telegram. In Q4 2025, the most popular topics on Telegram were “News & Media,” “Hobbies & Activities,” and “Internet Technologies,” while Max was dominated […]

Telegram Experiments with “Gift Crafting” Featuring Casino‑Style Risk and Asset Burning

Telegram is testing a new “gift crafting” feature that adds casino‑style mechanics to its virtual gifts. Users will be able to combine up to four gifts into one in hopes of receiving a rarer item, but the process carries a real risk of loss: crafted gifts can simply “burn” and disappear, especially when merging only […]

Russia Introduces Gradual Restrictions Against Telegram

Russia is implementing phased measures against Telegram due to the messenger’s refusal to meet requirements for preventing crimes. This was stated by Artem Sheykhin, Deputy Chairman of the Council for Digital Economy Development under the Federation Council, commenting on recent user complaints about disruptions in video uploads and sends. “Telegram fails to fulfill demands aimed […]

Telegram Becomes Primary News Source for Russian Entrepreneurs

Two-thirds (66%) of small and medium-sized business owners surveyed by Ifros report getting industry news updates primarily from Telegram channels, up 8% from 2022. This reflects Telegram’s growing dominance as a fast, direct news delivery platform for entrepreneurs. Other key sources include news aggregators (64%), TV programs (47%), specialized services like the Federal Tax Service […]

Telegram Emerges as Key Job Search Platform in 2026

Job hunting in 2026 has evolved beyond traditional vacancy websites. Telegram has become one of the primary platforms for recruiting specialists in marketing, sales, and digital fields. Recruiters report that over 60% of marketing, SMM, sales, and digital vacancies first appear directly on Telegram channels and groups. The appeal lies in its speed: employers seek […]

Telegram Underplays User Numbers to Dodge Stricter EU Rules

Telegram is deliberately downplaying its user figures to avoid triggering stricter EU regulations, according to documents obtained by investigative outlet Follow the Money. The messaging service faces mounting pressure from European regulators, which could require hiring thousands of content moderators to combat illegal content if classified as a “very large online platform.” By keeping reported […]

Telegram Becomes Most Downloaded Android App in the Kingdom

Telegram has become the most downloaded Android application in the Kingdom at the start of the New Year, signalling the country’s rapidly evolving digital landscape and the app’s rising influence in daily communication. According to the latest figures from digital intelligence platform Similarweb, the messenger outperformed several long-established apps, reinforcing its expanding role in messaging, […]

Samara Governor Launches Official Telegram Channel

Samara Region Governor Vyacheslav Fedorishchev has launched an official Telegram channel “Fedorishchev. Official” (@fedorishchev_official) to combat fake accounts impersonating him. These fraudulent profiles frequently appear on the messenger for provocative purposes or scams. The channel will be managed by the governor’s press service, publishing updates on Fedorishchev’s activities and the Samara Region government’s work. The […]

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