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Klimenko Urges Durov to Open Telegram Office in Russia

Former Russian presidential internet adviser German Klimenko has urged Telegram founder Pavel Durov to establish official cooperation with the Russian authorities and open a formal Telegram representative office in Russia. Klimenko, who chairs the Digital Economy Development Fund, believes this step would help keep Telegram operating in the country. In his view, Durov should formally […]

Telegram Slowdown Threatens App Release Schedules in Russia

Russian mobile developers warn that the throttling of Telegram could disrupt app release cycles and internal workflows. Fork-Tech innovation director Vladislav Laptev notes that, after foreign platforms left the Russian market, Telegram became a key channel for distributing test builds. Red_mad_robot’s iOS development lead Alexander Tuzovsky adds that Telegram now serves as a central transport […]

Telegram in Russia: Roskomnadzor Begins Slowing Telegram

Russian authorities are moving to slow down Telegram within the country, according to RBC citing unnamed sources. The plan involves partial restrictions that could affect media loading, message attachments, channels, and bots, with some measures already entering effect as of February 10, 2026.  The slowdown is expected to be implemented through traffic filtering and prioritization […]

Telegram for Android gets a major redesign with new bottom bar and crafting system

Telegram for Android receives its biggest interface update to date, introducing a fixed bottom navigation bar for faster one-tap access to chats, settings, profile, and more. The app has been rebuilt for efficiency and improved responsiveness, with an updated search experience and streamlined navigation. In addition to the redesign, a new crafting system lets users […]

Telegram Adds “Cooling-Off” Period to Protect Accounts

Telegram is introducing a new security mechanism to reduce the damage from stolen accounts. One key fix closes a bug that allowed attackers to gain access by sending phishing links. The scheme worked like this: a victim was prompted to open a site on Telegram’s official domain, then change a word in the URL and […]

Telegram’s Liquid Glass: How to Roll Back on Android

The new “Liquid Glass” visual effect in the latest Telegram for Android has sparked mixed reactions. Many users dislike the increased transparency, iOS‑style rounded corners, and, most importantly, the removal of the side panel that previously gave quick access to settings and additional accounts. Although there is already a guide on how to tone down […]

Chinese Investor Buys Telegram Username for $2M Record

On February 7, Chinese bidders engaged in a fierce all-day battle for the Telegram username @danbao on the Fragment platform, with the winner paying nearly 170 million rubles—equivalent to $2.2 million USD. This marks the absolute record for username auctions in Fragment history, as verified by “Durov’s Code.” Fragment is a TON-based toolkit for interacting […]

Telegram 12.4 Rolls Out Major Update on Android and iOS

Telegram has updated its Android and iOS apps to version 12.4, bringing a major February feature pack. On Android, the interface has been extensively redesigned: the side menu is replaced by an iOS‑style bottom navigation bar, most pages and UI elements now have rounded corners and a “liquid glass” effect, and the attachments menu in […]

Durov Accuses Le Figaro of Xenophobia

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov called out French media for attempting to discredit him, specifically accusing one of France’s oldest newspapers, Le Figaro, of xenophobia. He objected to their repeated use of the label “Le Russe” (“the Russian”) when referring to him in articles. Journalists employed this tag while noting Durov’s support for Elon Musk and […]

Telegram Stories Now Open to All Users

Telegram has rolled out the ability to post Stories to all users this evening, no Premium subscription required—even for accounts linked to Iranian, Russian, and Ukrainian phone numbers. This marks a significant expansion of the feature previously limited to paid subscribers. Some users still report access issues, with the @tginfo editorial team suggesting a gradual […]

    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,…
    Travel BOT
    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…
    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
    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
    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…
    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…
    Travel Channel
    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