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[2025.10.24] Telega launches as Telegram-compatible app with calling feature

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Telega launches as Telegram-compatible app with calling feature

Telega, a new Telegram-compatible messenger, offers seamless calling and parental controls, bypasses some blocks, and features a built-in blacklists. Telegram disclaims responsibility for Telega.

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Durov says Telegram loses money; living costs funded by Bitcoin

Pavel Durov says Telegram loses money and his living costs are funded by Bitcoin, which he believes will eventually reach $1 million, citing Bitcoin’s censorship-resistant nature and his 2013 investment.

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