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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 […]

Kuban Emergency Ministry Stops Updating Its Telegram Channel

The Ministry of Emergency Situations (EMERCOM) of the Krasnodar Region announced that, starting January 2, it has ceased publishing updates on its official Telegram channel. According to a statement from the regional directorate, all official news, emergency reports, preventive materials, and urgent warnings will now be posted exclusively on the ministry’s channel within the MAX […]

Telegram 12.3 Update Introduces AI Summaries and New Visual Effects

Telegram has released version 12.3 for Android and iOS, bringing AI-powered summaries, new design updates, and improved usability. According to Beta Info, users can now instantly view concise summaries of long posts in channels. The compact version automatically appears at the top of articles opened in Instant View mode. These summaries are generated using open-source […]

Telegram Powers SENTINEL Framework for Predictive Cyberattack Detection

Cyberattacks pose growing risks to critical infrastructure and digital security, but defenses typically react only after incidents occur. Researchers Mohammad Hammas Saeed and Howie Huang from George Washington University, along with colleagues, introduce SENTINEL, a groundbreaking framework for proactively spotting emerging cyber threats. The team shows that Telegram discussions reveal early warning signals, as attackers […]

Russian Lawmaker Pushes to Classify Telegram Channels as Media to Combat Fake News

To tackle fake news, Telegram channels should be equated to mass media outlets, subjecting them to fines and blocks, stated Andrei Svintsov, Deputy Chairman of the State Duma’s Information Policy, IT, and Communications Committee, in an interview with NEWS.ru. Discussions have long circulated about applying media laws to Telegram channels and large public pages. Svintsov […]

Russian Lawmaker: No Plans to Ban Telegram Advertising

Russia’s State Duma has no intention of prohibiting advertising on Telegram, according to Anton Gorelklin, First Deputy Chairman of the Information Policy Committee. Speaking to RIA Novosti, he highlighted that Telegram was among the first platforms to support the law on labeling online ads. The messenger now offers advertising through influencers, chatbots, and its official […]

Telegram Android 12.3 Beta Unveils Major Interface Overhaul

Telegram’s Android 12.3 Beta version features a comprehensive redesign of the app’s interface, streamlining navigation and improving accessibility. Key changes include the complete removal of the sidebar: essential sections like “My Account,” “Contacts,” and “Calls” now reside in the bottom navigation bar, while other options appear in the three-dot menu above the chat list. Settings […]

    Alert Bot

    Alert Bot

    AlertBot is an advanced Telegram automation tool designed for system monitoring and real-time alerting. It enables users to receive instant notifications on Telegram triggered by specific events such as website modifications, social media activity, news feeds, or system anomalies. The platform integrates with multiple data sources and can dispatch messages,…
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    IFTTT

    IFTTT

    The IFTTT Telegram bot facilitates the integration of Telegram with the robust automation platform IFTTT (If This Then That). It enables users to orchestrate workflows by connecting Telegram events or messages to actions across a vast array of web services and IoT devices. For instance, users can configure the bot…
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    Babelgram

    Babelgram

    BabelgramBot is an efficient Telegram automation tool that offers real-time, automatic linguistic translation for messages within any chat or group environment. It leverages Google Translate to support a wide array of languages and can operate inline or be configured for automatic translation of messages, facilitating seamless cross-lingual communication. The bot…
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    GatMedia

    GatMedia

    GetMediaBot is an adaptable Telegram automation tool designed for efficient media retrieval and download within the Telegram ecosystem. It facilitates access to a wide range of multimedia content, including audio tracks, video files, lyrics, and social media stories from platforms such as YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. The bot streamlines…
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    Shieldy

    Shieldy

    Shieldy_bot is a specialized anti-spam automation tool for Telegram, engineered to safeguard groups and channels from malicious bots and spam accounts. It employs a straightforward yet robust CAPTCHA-like verification mechanism requiring new members to complete an action, such as pressing a button, within a designated time window post-joining. Non-compliance results…
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    Combot

    Combot

    Combot is a widely utilized and robust Telegram moderation bot engineered to assist group administrators in transforming their Telegram communities into well-organized, dynamic environments. It provides an extensive suite of moderation functionalities, including anti-spam mechanisms, message removal, and automated warning systems to maintain content integrity and prevent inappropriate material. Combot…
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    FiletoBot

    FiletoBot

    FiletoBot is a widely used Telegram file management bot that provides users with unlimited private cloud storage within the Telegram platform. Users can upload various file types—including documents, images, videos, and archives—which are systematically categorized for efficient access. The bot delivers rapid, secure, and limitless storage capabilities without requiring users…
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    DropMail.me

    DropMail.me

    DropmailBot is an ultra-convenient Telegram bot that generates disposable, temporary email addresses instantly. This bot is great for protecting your privacy by providing a one-time email address that can receive emails directly inside Telegram. Users don’t need to sign up or set passwords; just ask the bot for a temporary…
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    Link Shortener ZBot

    Link Shortener ZBot

    LinkShortenerZBot is an advanced Telegram automation tool engineered to streamline URL management and distribution within the platform. It integrates multiple URL shortening APIs, enabling users to generate concise, user-friendly links from lengthy URLs efficiently. This enhances the clarity and aesthetics of shared links in chat environments and broadcast channels where…
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    Redirectsbot.NET

    Redirectsbot.NET

    Redirectsbot is an advanced Telegram management tool designed to streamline content moderation and distribution for channel and group administrators within the Telegram ecosystem. It provides comprehensive content automation features, including post creation and URL redirection, multilingual message translation, integration of interactive interface elements such as inline buttons, watermarking, and signature…
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    YOGI

    YOGI

    YogiBizBot is engineered to optimize operational efficiency for Telegram enterprise administrators. It incorporates functionalities such as cryptocurrency transaction processing, subscription management, promotional message scheduling, and custom payment gateway development. The automation capabilities reduce manual workload, enabling business leaders to concentrate on strategic expansion and customer relationship management. The platform facilitates…
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    StarTipperBot

    StarTipperBot

    StarTipperBot is a gratuity management and monetization solution for Telegram, enabling users to send and receive microtransactions. It facilitates monetization for content creators, streamers, and influencers by providing seamless integration with various payment gateways and cryptocurrencies, ensuring secure transfer of tokens of appreciation or support. The platform also offers features…
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    ONLYOFFICE

    ONLYOFFICE

    The ONLYOFFICE Bot enables users to generate, convert, modify, and collaborate on office productivity documents directly within Telegram. It supports standard office file formats such as DOCX, XLSX, and PPTX, facilitating seamless document management without exiting the chat environment. Users can upload files for editing or conversion, thereby streamlining workflows…
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    TicketPyBot

    TicketPyBot

    TicketPy Bot is an optimized live support solution for Telegram communities, integrating with ticketpy.com to facilitate efficient support ticket submission, tracking, and resolution within the Telegram platform. It streamlines community management by organizing support requests, automating responses, and routing issues to designated support staff or moderators. The bot supports Telegram-based…
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    Converter Bot

    Converter Bot

    Converter Bot is an integrated multimedia and document conversion utility on Telegram. It enables users to upload images, videos, audio files, and text documents for rapid and efficient format transformation. Additionally, it supports URL extraction and conversion from platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram for downloading or format adaptation.…
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    Feed Reader Bot

    Feed Reader Bot

    The Feed Reader Bot is a handy Telegram bot that helps you stay updated by monitoring RSS feeds and social media accounts such as Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook. Whenever new posts, tweets, or videos are published from the sources you follow, the bot immediately sends you notifications in Telegram.…
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