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Durov says Telegram loses money; living costs funded by Bitcoin

Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, discussed his early experiences with Bitcoin on the Lex Fridman podcast. He recalled buying millions of dollars’ worth of Bitcoin in 2013 when the price peaked around $700, betting on its long-term value.  By 2014, Bitcoin’s price had fallen to about $200, but Durov said he did not sell, […]

Telega launches as Telegram-compatible app with calling feature

A new Telegram-compatible instant messaging app named Telega has hit app stores, and it is being heavily promoted within Telegram itself. Telega claims seamless calling features and does not require a VPN to operate. It reportedly can bypass Roskomnadzor blocks on voice calls and offers parental controls to monitor a child’s account, along with a […]

Russia: Blocking foreign messenger voice services cuts scam calls by 40%

In Moscow on October 22, Russia’s Deputy Head of the Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Oleg Telniakov, said that blocking voice calls on foreign messenger services has reduced scam calls by about 40 percent within a month.  Speaking at the 24th Spectrum Forum, Telniakov noted that fraudsters increasingly turn to internet-based services after cybercrime […]

Durov Proposes Buying Louvre Jewels Stolen, to Donate to Abu Dhabi Louvre

Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, reportedly offered to repurchase the Louvre’s stolen jewels from the recent heist and donate them to the Louvre in Abu Dhabi. The proposal, reported on October 21, 2025, suggests returning the looted items to a secure institution and leveraging them to showcase cultural collaboration between France and the UAE.  The […]

Russia Maintains Restrictions on WhatsApp and Telegram

The Russian authorities have not lifted the restrictions on voice calls on Telegram and WhatsApp within the country. Official statements from the regulatory agency overseeing communications indicate that no decision has been made to restore full call functionality on these platforms.  While a number of users had reported temporary restoration of voice calls, the regulators […]

Telegram Mini Apps 2.0 Adds Full-Screen Support and Motion Tracking

Telegram has rolled out a major update to its Mini Apps ecosystem with the 2.0 release. The standout feature is full-screen support, allowing Mini Apps to switch seamlessly between portrait and landscape modes for a more immersive experience, which is especially beneficial for games and media-rich apps.  The update also introduces motion tracking to enable […]

Telegram and WhatsApp Experience Major Outages in Kuban Region Amid Internet

On October 21, 2025, Telegram and WhatsApp users in Russia’s Kuban region faced widespread service interruptions. According to data from Sboy.rf, the Krasnodar Krai accounted for 18% of complaints over a six-hour period, reporting issues with both applications’ mobile and web versions.  Similar disruptions affected WhatsApp, owned by Meta, which is classified as an extremist […]

One-Third of Brands Shift Instagram Audiences to Telegram Amid Russia’s Ad Ban

Following Russia’s ban on Instagram advertising implemented in September 2025, about 32% of brand audiences have migrated to Telegram, according to a September study by Getblogger, an MTS AdTech company. The total advertising budget redirected to other platforms between September and October reached 1.2 billion rubles.  Besides Telegram, 25% of audiences moved to VK, 20% […]

Telegram to Introduce Paid Comment Pinning on Live Streams

Telegram is developing a new feature that will allow users to participate in live streams with the option to pay for pinning their comments. Currently available only on a test server, live streams will be accessible in the “Stories” section. Viewers can spend Telegram’s internal currency, “stars,” to elevate their comments.  The more stars spent, […]

Elon Musk’s X Launches Marketplace for Inactive Usernames, Inspired by Telegram

Elon Musk’s social platform X, formerly Twitter, has launched the X Handle Marketplace, allowing Premium subscribers to request and acquire inactive usernames. The service resembles Telegram’s Fragment platform, where rare nicknames are bought and sold.  Usernames are divided into free “Priority” handles — common word combinations or alphanumeric strings — and paid “Rare” handles, priced […]

    کانال هوادارن پرسپولیس (Perspolis_Offical)

    کانال هوادارن پرسپولیس (Perspolis_Offical)

    This channel is the official Telegram channel for Persepolis FC, the biggest and most successful Iranian football club also competing in the Persian Gulf Pro League. As the club’s sanctioned communication channel, it provides authoritative content including official announcements, match previews and reviews, player interviews, ticket information, club events, and…
    Channel Sport
    کانال هواداران فوتبال استقلال (Esteghlallinews)

    کانال هواداران فوتبال استقلال (Esteghlallinews)

    This channel is a Telegram channel dedicated to news, updates, and content related to Esteghlal FC (Esteghlal Tehran Football Club), one of the most popular and historic football clubs in Iran’s Persian Gulf Pro League. The channel serves fans of Esteghlal by providing them with timely updates on match results,…
    Sport Farsi
    ورزش سه (varzesh3)

    ورزش سه (varzesh3)

    Varzesh3 is a well-known Persian sports media brand, and its Telegram channel serves as a popular source for sports news including football, basketball, volleyball, and other sports, primarily catering to Persian-speaking audiences. The channel posts a wide array of sports updates, live scores, breaking news, interviews, and video highlights. It…
    Channel Sport
    Naija Sports Hub

    Naija Sports Hub

    Naija_Sports is a popular Nigerian Telegram channel offering extensive sports coverage beyond just football, but football remains the core focus. The channel provides a rich mix of sports news, live match updates, transfer news, and exclusive insights tailored to Nigerian sports fans. It covers local and international football, including the…
    Channel English
    Nigeria Football Hub

    Nigeria Football Hub

    Football_Nigeria is a Telegram channel dedicated to providing comprehensive updates about Nigerian football. Its main audience consists of Nigerian football fans and followers of African football in general. The channel shares a steady stream of content including match reports, player news, transfer updates, live scores, and analysis of national leagues…
    Channel English
    کانال هواداران پرسپولیس (Perspolisirfans)

    کانال هواداران پرسپولیس (Perspolisirfans)

    This channel is a fan channel dedicated to Perspolis FC, a major football (soccer) club based in Iran. The channel serves as a platform for fans to stay up-to-date with everything related to their favorite club, including match updates, player news, transfer rumors, game analyses, fan discussions, and multimedia content…
    Channel Sport
    Sports Insider

    Sports Insider

    Your Ultimate Source for Sports Enthusiasts Introduction to Sports Insider Sports Insider is a prominent Telegram channel catering to sports enthusiasts worldwide. With over 1.5 million subscribers, it serves as a central hub for updates on global tournaments and intense competitions. Comprehensive Overview of Sports Insider The channel offers a…
    English Sport
    Sports Hub | Football

    Sports Hub | Football

     Your Ultimate Destination for Global Football News Introduction to Sports Hub | Football Sports Hub | Football is a prominent Telegram channel dedicated to delivering the latest football news from around the world. With nearly 3 million subscribers, it stands as a central hub for football enthusiasts seeking timely and…
    Channel English
    NBA Insider

    NBA Insider

    Your Premier Source for NBA Updates Introduction to NBA Insider NBA Insider is a leading Telegram channel dedicated to delivering insider information and the latest news surrounding the NBA. With over 441,000 subscribers, it stands as one of the fastest-growing NBA-related channels, offering timely and exclusive content to basketball enthusiasts.…
    Channel English