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Novosibirsk Detains At Least 15 at Anti‑Telegram Block Protest

In Novosibirsk, security forces detained at least 15 people during a protest against plans to block Telegram in Russia. Among those detained were rally participants, including RCP(i) member Oleg Metzler, former city council deputy Anton Kartavin, journalists Sergei Oshchepkov and Vitaly Bochkaryov, as well as several bystanders. All were taken to Police Department No. 1 […]

Paid “Typing Effect” for Telegram Bots Can Greatly Cut Developers’ Earnings

Telegram bot developers who enable the new gradual (streaming) answer display — where text appears smoothly as it is generated — will indirectly pay for it through higher commissions. This feature, previously available only to AI bots, became accessible to all bots from March 2026 to make responses look more visually appealing. While Telegram does […]

Novosibirsk Rally in Support of Telegram Shut Down

A planned rally in Novosibirsk on March 1 against the blocking of Telegram and the “forced installation of Max” ultimately did not take place. According to Kommersant, access routes to the protest site near the Globus Theatre were cordoned off with warning tape, with authorities citing an inspection of trees in the adjoining square as […]

Tags, Anti-Copy Chats, GIF Editing and Telegram Login Rolled Out

The latest Telegram update introduces text tags that appear next to users’ names in group chats, allowing members to show their role, job title, apartment number, interests, and more. Group admins can decide whether only they can assign tags or allow members to choose their own, with admin tags always highlighted in color. Telegram also […]

Irkutsk Reverses Approval for Pro-Telegram Rally

The Irkutsk city administration initially approved a rally in support of Telegram and “for a free internet” but later revoked the permit due to “significant public attention” to the event. The demonstration, organized by local Yabloko party leader Grigory Gribenko and activist Pavel Kharitonenko, was set for March 1 with up to 300 participants. Organizers […]

Russia to Block Telegram in Early April

Russian authorities have finalized plans to fully block Telegram in the first days of April, according to RBC citing sources close to the Kremlin. Two sources described the decision as “final,” while a third familiar with agency discussions confirmed the early April timeline, with Telegram channel Baza previously reporting a possible April 1 cutoff. The […]

Durov Responds to Russia’s Criminal Case Over “Aiding Terrorism”

Telegram founder Pavel Durov has confirmed in his English-language channel that Russian authorities have opened a criminal case against him on charges of “aiding terrorism.” He wrote that “Russia has opened a criminal case against me for ‘aiding terrorism’,” adding that officials are inventing new pretexts every day to restrict Russians’ access to Telegram and […]

Telegram for iPhone Tests True Background File Uploads

Telegram is testing a long-awaited background upload feature in the iOS beta, finally allowing iPhone users to send files without keeping the app open. Previously, transfers would pause as soon as the app was minimized, forcing users to stay inside Telegram until uploads finished. In the new beta, files continue to send in the background […]

Ukraine Officials Urge Stricter Controls on Telegram Over Russian Recruitment

Senior Ukrainian officials are calling for tighter regulation of Telegram, arguing that Russia is increasingly using the platform to recruit Ukrainians for sabotage and terrorist attacks. Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko said Russian intelligence relies on Telegram to find and direct local collaborators for operations inside Ukraine. At the same briefing, SBU deputy head Ivan Rudnytskyi […]

Philippines Weighs Possible Telegram Ban

Authorities in the Philippines are considering blocking Telegram over its reputation as a platform that facilitates pornography, illegal gambling, deepfakes, and financial fraud. Information and Communications Technology Secretary Henry Aguda told local broadcaster DZRH that operators of unlawful online gambling appear to have shifted their activities to Telegram, which is also used to distribute pornographic […]

    [2025.10.17] New Indian Messaging App Arattai Surges to Over 5 Million Downloads, Challenging Telegram

    [2025.10.17] New Indian Messaging App Arattai Surges to Over 5 Million Downloads, Challenging Telegram

    New Indian Messaging App Arattai Surges to Over 5 Million Downloads, Challenging Telegram Arattai, an Indian messaging app optimized for low-end devices and weak networks, quickly reached 5 million downloads;…

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    2025-10-17 Create
    [2025.10.16] Russians Trust Telegram and TV Most for Cybersecurity News, Prefer Short Posts and Videos

    [2025.10.16] Russians Trust Telegram and TV Most for Cybersecurity News, Prefer Short Posts and Videos

    Russians Trust Telegram and TV Most for Cybersecurity News, Prefer Short Posts and Videos Russians rely on Telegram and TV for cybersecurity news, favoring short posts and videos. AI tools…

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    2025-10-16 Create
    [2025.10.15] Telegram Warns French Users of Privacy Risks Amid EU Chat Control Proposal

    [2025.10.15] Telegram Warns French Users of Privacy Risks Amid EU Chat Control Proposal

    Telegram Warns French Users of Privacy Risks Amid EU Chat Control Proposal Telegram warns French users of serious privacy risks due to the EU’s Chat Control law requiring scanning of…

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    2025-10-15 Create
    [2025.10.14] Ministry of Economy of Karelia Launches Official Telegram Channel

    [2025.10.14] Ministry of Economy of Karelia Launches Official Telegram Channel

    Ministry of Economy of Karelia Launches Official Telegram Channel The Ministry of Economy of Karelia opened its Telegram channel to share economic news, investment projects, and government updates, enhancing public…

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    2025-10-14 Create
    [2025.10.13] Telegram Version 12.1 Introduces Live Comments, Contact Notes, AI Bot Upgrades, and Liquid Glass Design for iOS 26

    [2025.10.13] Telegram Version 12.1 Introduces Live Comments, Contact Notes, AI Bot Upgrades, and Liquid Glass Design for iOS 26

    Telegram Version 12.1 Introduces Live Comments, Contact Notes, AI Bot Upgrades, and Liquid Glass Design for iOS 26 Telegram 12.1 adds live comments in group calls, private contact notes, AI…

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    2025-10-13 Create
    [2025.10.10] Pavel Durov Warns of a Looming Dystopian Future as Privacy Erodes Globally

    [2025.10.10] Pavel Durov Warns of a Looming Dystopian Future as Privacy Erodes Globally

    Pavel Durov Warns of a Looming Dystopian Future as Privacy Erodes Globally Pavel Durov warns of a dystopian internet future as governments reduce privacy, cracking down on dissent and turning…

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    2025-10-10 Create
    [2025.10.9] Scientists Decode Telegram’s Hidden Influence Structure Using Advanced Digital Fingerprinting

    [2025.10.9] Scientists Decode Telegram’s Hidden Influence Structure Using Advanced Digital Fingerprinting

    Scientists Decode Telegram’s Hidden Influence Structure Using Advanced Digital Fingerprinting Russian researchers devised a digital fingerprinting method to map Telegram’s hidden influence networks, identifying channel roles and revealing polarized information…

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    2025-10-09 Create
    [2025.10.8] Pavel Durov Swims in Protected Lake During Kazakhstan Visit, Sparking Legal Concerns

    [2025.10.8] Pavel Durov Swims in Protected Lake During Kazakhstan Visit, Sparking Legal Concerns

    Pavel Durov Swims in Protected Lake During Kazakhstan Visit, Sparking Legal Concerns Pavel Durov’s video swimming in Kazakhstan’s protected Kolsai Lake breaches local regulations and risks fines, amid concerns over…

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    2025-10-08 Create
    [2025.9.30] Telegram Bloggers’ Income to Rise 44% in 2025

    [2025.9.30] Telegram Bloggers’ Income to Rise 44% in 2025

    Telegram Bloggers' Income to Rise 44% in 2025 Telegram bloggers’ average monthly income is set to grow 44% in 2025, led by paid subscriptions and donations, with self-development and psychology…

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    2025-09-30 Create
    [2025.9.29] Elon Musk Reacts “Wow” to Pavel Durov’s Post on Moldova Telegram Channel Censorship

    [2025.9.29] Elon Musk Reacts “Wow” to Pavel Durov’s Post on Moldova Telegram Channel Censorship

    Elon Musk Reacts "Wow" to Pavel Durov's Post on Moldova Telegram Channel Censorship Elon Musk expressed surprise at censorship demands on Moldova’s Telegram channels revealed by Pavel Durov, who reaffirmed…

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    2025-09-29 Create
    [2025.9.28] Pavel Durov Refuses Moldova Request to Censor Telegram Channels Ahead of Election

    [2025.9.28] Pavel Durov Refuses Moldova Request to Censor Telegram Channels Ahead of Election

    Pavel Durov Refuses Moldova Request to Censor Telegram Channels Ahead of Election Telegram’s Pavel Durov rejected French and Moldovan demands to censor channels before Moldova’s election, removing only rule-breaking content…

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    2025-09-28 Create
    [2025.9.26] Telegram Emerges as a Powerful Marketing Channel for Fintech Brands

    [2025.9.26] Telegram Emerges as a Powerful Marketing Channel for Fintech Brands

    Telegram Emerges as a Powerful Marketing Channel for Fintech Brands With over 1 billion monthly users, Telegram offers fintech brands robust marketing tools like ads, mini apps, and payment systems…

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    2025-09-26 Create
    [2025.9.25] iMe Launches AI Chat 3.0, Empowering Telegram Users with Advanced AI and Crypto Features

    [2025.9.25] iMe Launches AI Chat 3.0, Empowering Telegram Users with Advanced AI and Crypto Features

    iMe Launches AI Chat 3.0, Empowering Telegram Users with Advanced AI and Crypto Features iMe AI Chat 3.0 integrates powerful AI and Web3 tools directly inside Telegram, offering translation, message…

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    2025-09-25 Create
    [2025.9.24] Telegram Evolves into Full-Fledged Media Platform in 2025, Expert Says

    [2025.9.24] Telegram Evolves into Full-Fledged Media Platform in 2025, Expert Says

    Telegram Evolves into Full-Fledged Media Platform in 2025, Expert Says Telegram became a full media platform in 2025, with short videos driving engagement. Russian users shifted to local services like…

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    2025-09-24 Create
    [2025.9.23] Binance Co-founder CZ Denies Having Any Telegram Accounts, Praises Anti-Spam Efforts

    [2025.9.23] Binance Co-founder CZ Denies Having Any Telegram Accounts, Praises Anti-Spam Efforts

    Binance Co-founder CZ Denies Having Any Telegram Accounts, Praises Anti-Spam Efforts Binance co-founder CZ denies owning Telegram accounts, citing spam issues. Telegram CEO Durov responded, implementing features to protect celebrities…

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    2025-09-23 Create
    [2025.9.22] Telegram Users Experience Delays Receiving Paid Premium Subscriptions and Stars

    [2025.9.22] Telegram Users Experience Delays Receiving Paid Premium Subscriptions and Stars

    Telegram Users Experience Delays Receiving Paid Premium Subscriptions and Stars Telegram users face delays receiving paid Premium subscriptions and stars. They should wait two days, then contact the seller for…

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    2025-09-22 Create
    [2025.9.19] Telegram to Redesign App with Liquid Glass Style Inspired by iOS 26

    [2025.9.19] Telegram to Redesign App with Liquid Glass Style Inspired by iOS 26

    Telegram to Redesign App with Liquid Glass Style Inspired by iOS 26 Telegram’s upcoming redesign adopts Apple’s Liquid Glass style from iOS 26, featuring translucent, glass-like UI elements. The release…

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    2025-09-19 Create
    [2025.9.18] Pavel Durov Gifts Girlfriend Yulia Vavilova Exclusive NFTs Worth Hundreds of Thousands

    [2025.9.18] Pavel Durov Gifts Girlfriend Yulia Vavilova Exclusive NFTs Worth Hundreds of Thousands

    Pavel Durov Gifts Girlfriend Yulia Vavilova Exclusive NFTs Worth Hundreds of Thousands Telegram founder Pavel Durov gifted Yulia Vavilova expensive NFTs worth millions, showcasing their relationship publicly since his 2024…

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