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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 […]

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 […]

    Tucker Carlson Network

    Tucker Carlson Network

    TuckerCarlsonNetwork is the authorized Telegram channel for the Tucker Carlson Streaming Service (TCN), a paid digital broadcasting platform launched by ex-Fox News anchor Tucker Carlson following his resignation in 2023. The channel functions as a conduit for promoting TCN's programming, distributing exclusive content, and fostering subscriber engagement. This channel is…
    Channel English
    James O’Keefe

    James O’Keefe

    James O'Keefe III's official Telegram channel functions as a primary communication conduit for the founder and CEO of Project Veritas, an influential American investigative journalism entity renowned for its covert reporting methodologies. The channel facilitates the dissemination of his latest exposés, video content, and analytical commentary to his audience. What…
    Channel English
    Intel Slava

    Intel Slava

    IntelSlava, also known as "Intel Slava Z," is a pro-Russian informational Telegram channel that specializes in geopolitical analysis, strategic news, and commentary concerning Russia, the Ukraine conflict, and broader international relations from a Moscow-centric perspective. The platform's editorial orientation is distinctly pro-Russian, routinely portraying Russian governmental perspectives as authoritative and…
    Channel English
    Disclose.tv

    Disclose.tv

    DiscloseTV functions as an autonomous news aggregation platform that identifies, monitors, and curates current trending news reports and multimedia content from multiple international sources. The channel positions itself as "a reputable, dependable, and independent aggregator of real-time breaking news." DiscloseTV differentiates itself through its dedication to impartial journalism. The channel's…
    Channel English
    Middle East Spectator — MES

    Middle East Spectator — MES

    Middle East Spectator is a Telegram channel dedicated to delivering real-time news and geopolitical analysis concerning the Middle East region, with a specific focus on intelligence disclosures and military developments. The channel attracted considerable attention in October 2024 when it released purported "classified" US intelligence reports detailing Israel's potential retaliatory…
    English News
    Baza

    Baza

    The Telegram channel, known as "Baza," is a Russian-language news platform with the distinctive motto "Только правда и эмоции" (Only truth and emotions) ​. Registered with Russia's Federal Service for Supervision of Communications (RKN), this channel has established itself as a major player in Russian media, particularly known for its…
    Channel Russian
    Readovka

    Readovka

    The Telegram channel functions as the official digital communication platform for Readovka, a leading Russian online news outlet established in 2011 in Smolensk as a public page on VKontakte before launching its dedicated website in 2014. This channel acts as the primary dissemination platform for the Readovka media conglomerate, which…
    Channel Russian
    РИА Новости

    РИА Новости

    The Telegram channel represents RIA Novosti, one of Russia's leading state-owned news agencies, providing comprehensive Russian-language news coverage across various domains . As an officially registered media outlet with Russia's Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology and Mass Media (RKN), RIA Novosti maintains its position as a primary…
    News Channel
    Новости Москвы

    Новости Москвы

    This Telegram channel, despite its name "Moscow Map," operates primarily as a comprehensive news and lifestyle platform titled "Новости Москвы" (Moscow News), providing diverse content tailored to Russian-speaking audiences. Although its designation may be misleading, this channel has effectively positioned itself as a primary source for Moscow-centric updates, entertainment, and…
    Channel Russian
    СМИ Россия не Москва

    СМИ Россия не Москва

    The Telegram channel, officially named "СМИ Россия не Москва" (Media Russia Not Moscow), is a Russian-language news and information platform that focuses on content from Russia and its regions, explicitly positioning itself as an alternative to Moscow-centric media narratives . Registered with Russia's Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology…
    Channel Russian
    Топор Live (toporlive)

    Топор Live (toporlive)

    Topor Live is a leading Russian-language Telegram news channel, it is renowned for its rapid dissemination of breaking news and comprehensive coverage of current affairs. The channel maintains a stance of journalistic neutrality, striving to deliver information free from propaganda or bias. Content on Topor Live is dynamic and varied,…
    Channel Russian
    Москвач • Новости Москвы (Moscowach)

    Москвач • Новости Москвы (Moscowach)

    Moscowach is a premier Russian Telegram channel specializing in real-time municipal news and updates about Moscow. Its primary focus encompasses local governance, urban infrastructure projects, public safety notifications, cultural events, and lifestyle developments. The channel features a dynamic mix of breaking reports on traffic congestion, weather crises, and municipal policy…
    Channel Russian
    خبرفوری (Akhbarefori)

    خبرفوری (Akhbarefori)

    This Telegram channel primary objective is to provide real-time updates on breaking news from Iran and globally. The channel consolidates reports from over 600 reputable and officially licensed media organizations, ensuring comprehensive and balanced coverage. The content is characterized by its rapid dissemination and variety, encompassing urgent political developments, economic…
    Farsi News
    CheatKott

    CheatKott

    The channel primarily focuses on providing timely, original articles and updates related to Web 3.0 innovations, emerging business trends, fashion industry insights, lifestyle strategies, and educational resources. This eclectic content appeals to a broad demographic interested in technological advancements and cultural developments. What distinguishes CHEATKOTT is its integration of informative…
    Channel English
    The New York Times

    The New York Times

    The New York Times Telegram channel functions as the official digital news distribution platform of the esteemed American newspaper, providing subscribers with real-time updates on breaking news, feature articles, editorial commentary, and multimedia content. It encompasses a wide range of journalistic domains including U.S. and international politics, economics, technology, cultural…
    Channel English
    BBC News (UK)

    BBC News (UK)

    The BBC News Channel on Telegram functions as the official digital dissemination platform of the British Broadcasting Corporation’s international news division. It acts as a credible and authoritative conduit for breaking news, comprehensive analyses, and real-time updates globally. The channel covers a broad spectrum of domains including geopolitics, macroeconomics, public…
    News Channel