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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 […]

    Юрист Хизмати | Расмий канал (Yurist_Xizmati)

    Юрист Хизмати | Расмий канал (Yurist_Xizmati)

    This Telegram channel specializes in disseminating legal information, providing consultations, and offering practical legal advice, primarily targeting a Turkic-speaking demographic based on its nomenclature. This platform delivers updates on legislative developments, citizens' legal rights, judicial procedures, and prevalent legal challenges. Its objective is to enhance legal literacy through clear, accessible…
    Channel Uzbekistan
    Huquqiy axborot

    Huquqiy axborot

    This Telegram channel specializes in disseminating legal intelligence, updates, and analysis, primarily targeting a Central Asian or Turkic-speaking demographic. Its core objective is to educate subscribers on legal rights, judicial procedures, legislative developments, and practical guidance for navigating the legal framework. The channel offers a comprehensive array of content, including…
    Law Channel
    TikTok TOP VIDEOLAR

    TikTok TOP VIDEOLAR

    This Telegram channel functions as a curated content aggregator specializing in trending TikTok videos. It caters to digital entertainment enthusiasts by providing a centralized repository of viral short-form videos, including comedic sketches, viral challenges, and innovative user-generated content. The channel facilitates rapid access to popular TikTok trends, streamlining content discovery…
    Channel Humor
    HokimBuva_Xokim_Buva ХОКИМ БУВА | Расмий канал

    HokimBuva_Xokim_Buva ХОКИМ БУВА | Расмий канал

    @HokimBuva_Xokim_Buva is a prominent Uzbek-language Telegram channel with a substantial subscriber base, specializing in disseminating news, narratives, and analytical content targeted at adult audiences. The channel functions as the official source, issuing warnings against counterfeit copies. Content frequently encompasses current events, societal issues, and occasionally contentious topics, actively soliciting eyewitness…
    Uzbek Channel