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Legal Expert Warns of Penalties for Illegal Telegram Usernames in Russia

A Russian legal expert has warned that using an illegal or extremist-related nickname in Telegram can lead to serious administrative and even criminal penalties. Lawyer Mikhail Salkin told NEWS.ru that if a username is treated as public display of extremist symbols, a user may face a fine of 1,000–2,000 rubles, up to 15 days of […]

Putin: Telegram Is Used to Influence Youth

Russian President Vladimir Putin said in an interview with India Today that modern messengers, including Telegram, are actively used to shape the views and behavior of young people. According to him, the “new” factor today lies in technology: platforms like Telegram serve as channels to influence the youth environment, which makes it essential for the […]

Russian Messenger “Molniya” Targets Business, Won’t Replace Telegram

The new Russian messenger “Molniya,” set to launch in early 2026, is not intended to replace Telegram but to serve business and cross-border communication needs, according to Arseniy Shcheltsin, CEO of the digital platforms agency ANO “Tsifrovye Platformy.” Developed by the company “Red Soft,” Molniya aims to facilitate international cooperation, with a particular emphasis on […]

Telegram Tests Passkey Login in Android Beta for Passwordless Access

Telegram is preparing to introduce passkey authentication, discovered in the Android beta version 12.2.8. Passkeys, stored securely in password managers from Google, Apple, Samsung, and others, allow users to log in without SMS codes or traditional passwords. The login screen now features a “Log in using passkeys” button that prompts biometric verification—Face ID, fingerprint, or […]

India Mandates SIM Binding for Telegram, WhatsApp to Combat Fraud

India’s government has introduced strict regulations requiring messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, Snapchat, and others to function only with an active SIM card inserted in the device. Classified as Telecommunication Identifier User Entities (TIUE), these platforms must continuously verify the registered SIM’s presence, with web versions forcing logout every six hours and requiring […]

Yandex AI Assistant Aids Telegram Channel Creators with Content and Monetization

Yandex has introduced an AI-powered helper bot designed specifically for Telegram channel authors, enabling them to generate content in their blog’s style, edit texts, fix errors, create polls for subscribers, compile digests, and produce images. For those seeking monetization, the tool simplifies setup and management through Yandex’s Advertising Network (RSYA).  Accessible directly via Telegram bot […]

Cocoon, TON‑Based Decentralized AI Network, Launches to Deliver Private

Cocoon, the new decentralized confidential compute network associated with Telegram’s ecosystem, has launched and begun handling real user AI requests with full data privacy. Built on The Open Network (TON), Cocoon allows GPU owners to contribute their computing power and earn Toncoin in return, creating a distributed marketplace for AI inference.  The project positions itself […]

Telegram launches design contest for “Telegram Nodes”

Telegram has announced Design Contest 2025, inviting designers to create the concept for Telegram Nodes – a new feature described as the messenger’s equivalent of Discord servers or Slack workspaces. Participants are asked to design how separate “Nodes” would work inside the app, splitting personal chats from work and community spaces. These Nodes are envisioned […]

Telegram Bot to Monitor Yamal Winter Roads to Launch

Authorities in Russia’s Yamal region are preparing to launch a Telegram bot that will provide residents and visitors with real‑time information on the condition of seasonal winter roads. The project was announced at a press conference by Svetlana Gillikh, head of the regional Department of Transport and Road Management. The digital service will function similarly […]

Bashkiria MP Denies Plans for Full Ban on WhatsApp and Telegram

A State Duma deputy from Bashkiria has denied rumors that WhatsApp and Telegram will be fully blocked in Russia. He acknowledged that authorities are indeed recommending a switch to the domestic messenger MAX, but stressed that this is due to security concerns.  Officials say they can guarantee data protection in a Russian service, while they […]

    SHOT

    SHOT

    This Telegram channel is one of the most influential and frequently cited news channels in Russia. Its content mainly covers breaking news reports, tracking of hot topics, and various social, political, and military news, emphasizing fast and authoritative information dissemination. It is widely referenced and has strong news communication power…
    Channel Russian
    Voenacher – Повёрнутые на войне

    Voenacher – Повёрнутые на войне

    This Telegram channel is primarily one of the channels related to the Russian Wagner Group and its affiliated paramilitary organizations. The channel’s content mostly involves military conflicts, battlefield reports, activities of the Wagner Group, and related political and military information. The content published usually includes firsthand battlefield videos, images, and…
    Russian War
    MrTahlilgar آقای تحلیلگر

    MrTahlilgar آقای تحلیلگر

    MrTahlilgar is a Telegram channel focused on military analysis and Iranian defense developments. It covers war news, weapon evaluations, tactical and strategic analyses, and in-depth interpretations of regional security situations.  The channel offers a professional perspective on military technology and battlefield dynamics, suitable for users interested in military science and…
    Channel War
    Masaf | مؤسسه مصاف

    Masaf | مؤسسه مصاف

    Masaf is an Iran-focused Telegram channel centered on geopolitics, military affairs, and ideological topics. It mainly shares news, in-depth analysis, and commentary on conflicts in the Middle East and worldwide, covering war developments, international relations, and strategic policies.  The content often reflects a strong political stance aligned with Iran and…
    War Farsi
    BisimchiMedia بیسیمچی مدیا

    BisimchiMedia بیسیمچی مدیا

    Bisimchi Media is a prominent Iran-focused Telegram channel, specializing in war, military affairs, and regional political news. The channel primarily features updates related to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), battlefield videos, propaganda clips, and expert commentary, covering major conflicts and security developments in Iran and the broader Middle East. …
    Channel War
    OsintTV

    OsintTV

    OsintTV is a Telegram channel focused on international diplomacy, geopolitics, and aviation, primarily sharing analysis and updates based on open-source intelligence (OSINT). The channel covers a wide range of topics, including military conflicts and political developments across multiple countries, without explicitly declaring allegiance to any particular nation or side. Based…
    Channel English
    MEGHUPDATES

    MEGHUPDATES

    MeghUpdates is a Telegram channel with over 62,000 subscribers, targeting audiences in India and worldwide by rapidly delivering major news headlines. The channel covers politics, diplomacy, defense, economy, conflicts, and wars, with a particular focus on India-Pakistan tensions and regional security. It frequently shares official Indian government and military statements,…
    War Channel
    Defence Squad

    Defence Squad

    Defence Squad is an official Telegram channel focused on Indian military updates and security affairs, delivering the latest information on Indian Armed Forces operations, counter-terrorism efforts, and regional security situations. The channel shares content in text, images, and videos, covering military actions and strategic deployments along the India-Pakistan border and…
    Channel English
    Ansarallah_MC – المركز الإعلامي لأنصار الل

    Ansarallah_MC – المركز الإعلامي لأنصار الل

    AnsarAllahMC is the official media Telegram channel of Yemen’s Houthi movement (Ansar Allah). It primarily shares war reports, political statements, and propaganda related to the group’s military operations, attacks against the Saudi-led coalition, political positions, and leadership speeches. The channel clearly supports the Houthi perspective, emphasizing their “just resistance” against…
    Channel Arabic
    Hezbollah حزب الله الإلكتروني

    Hezbollah حزب الله الإلكتروني

    Electrohizbullah is a Telegram channel affiliated with Lebanon’s Hezbollah, focusing on the group’s military operations, political statements, and post-conflict propaganda. The channel actively participates in Hezbollah’s “victory campaign” following the 2023–2024 Lebanon-Israel conflict, emphasizing the group’s resilience and achievements, portraying itself as Lebanon’s defender. The content strongly supports Hezbollah and…
    Channel Arabic
    GAZA NOW

    GAZA NOW

    Gaza Alan PA is an English-language Telegram channel focused on news and developments related to Gaza and the Palestinian conflict. The channel is considered aligned with Hamas and its supporters, emphasizing Israel’s “daily terrorism” against Palestinians and highlighting Palestinian resistance efforts. It aims to expose the impact and harm of…
    Channel English
    Resistance News Network

    Resistance News Network

    PalestineResist (Resistance News Network, RNN) is a Telegram channel focused on live updates from the ground in Palestine, especially highlighting statements and activities of armed resistance groups. It shares official statements from groups like the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP), and regional actors such as the Syrian…
    War Channel
    Behold Israel with Amir Tsarfati

    Behold Israel with Amir Tsarfati

    Behold Israel is a Telegram channel run by Israeli news commentator and founder of Behold Israel, Amir Tsarfati, with over 610,000 subscribers. The channel focuses on current events and analysis in the Middle East, especially Israel and its neighboring countries’ political and military developments. The content clearly supports the Israeli…
    Channel English
    IRNA – Islamic Republic News Agency

    IRNA – Islamic Republic News Agency

    IRNA News Agency is Iran’s official state news agency, established in 1934, serving as a primary government news outlet. Its English Telegram channel @Irna_en, with around 14,000 subscribers, mainly shares news on Iranian domestic and international politics, diplomacy, and military affairs, with a strong focus on Middle Eastern conflicts and…
    Channel English
    WarGonzo

    WarGonzo

    WarGonzo is a Russian-language Telegram channel run by journalist and military blogger Semyon Pegov, with over 940,000 subscribers. It is known for its real-time frontline coverage of the Russia-Ukraine war, including combat videos, soldier life, military operations, and political commentary. WarGonzo attracts a large audience with its grassroots reporting style…
    War Channel
    Старше Эдды – Vysoky Govorit

    Старше Эдды – Vysoky Govorit

    Vysoky Govorit is a Russian-language Telegram channel categorized among the so-called “Z-channels,” which hold significant influence in Russia’s social media landscape, especially in covering the Russia-Ukraine war and related political events. The channel primarily presents content from the Russian official perspective, sharing military updates, political commentary, and propaganda materials that…
    Channel Russian
    AFU StratCom

    AFU StratCom

    AFU StratCom is the official Telegram channel of the Strategic Communications Department of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. It provides authoritative updates on military operations, frontline developments, official statements, and strategic analyses. The channel aims to inform the public and international community with timely and credible war-related information. The content…
    Channel Ukrainian
    Operativniy ZSU – Оперативний ЗСУ

    Operativniy ZSU – Оперативний ЗСУ

    Operativniy ZSU is a Telegram channel focused on the Armed Forces of Ukraine, providing up-to-date reports on military operations, strikes by aviation, rocket troops, and artillery, as well as frontline combat developments and official statements. The channel covers detailed battlefield updates and official news from Ukrainian military and local authorities.…
    Channel Ukrainian
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