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Telegram Channel Subscribers Reluctant to Move to Max

Around 57% of Russian Telegram channels have opened accounts on the national messenger Max, yet their audiences there are more than 60 times smaller: 1.4 million users versus 87 million on Telegram. In Q4 2025, the most popular topics on Telegram were “News & Media,” “Hobbies & Activities,” and “Internet Technologies,” while Max was dominated […]

Telegram Experiments with “Gift Crafting” Featuring Casino‑Style Risk and Asset Burning

Telegram is testing a new “gift crafting” feature that adds casino‑style mechanics to its virtual gifts. Users will be able to combine up to four gifts into one in hopes of receiving a rarer item, but the process carries a real risk of loss: crafted gifts can simply “burn” and disappear, especially when merging only […]

Russia Introduces Gradual Restrictions Against Telegram

Russia is implementing phased measures against Telegram due to the messenger’s refusal to meet requirements for preventing crimes. This was stated by Artem Sheykhin, Deputy Chairman of the Council for Digital Economy Development under the Federation Council, commenting on recent user complaints about disruptions in video uploads and sends. “Telegram fails to fulfill demands aimed […]

Telegram Becomes Primary News Source for Russian Entrepreneurs

Two-thirds (66%) of small and medium-sized business owners surveyed by Ifros report getting industry news updates primarily from Telegram channels, up 8% from 2022. This reflects Telegram’s growing dominance as a fast, direct news delivery platform for entrepreneurs. Other key sources include news aggregators (64%), TV programs (47%), specialized services like the Federal Tax Service […]

Telegram Emerges as Key Job Search Platform in 2026

Job hunting in 2026 has evolved beyond traditional vacancy websites. Telegram has become one of the primary platforms for recruiting specialists in marketing, sales, and digital fields. Recruiters report that over 60% of marketing, SMM, sales, and digital vacancies first appear directly on Telegram channels and groups. The appeal lies in its speed: employers seek […]

Telegram Underplays User Numbers to Dodge Stricter EU Rules

Telegram is deliberately downplaying its user figures to avoid triggering stricter EU regulations, according to documents obtained by investigative outlet Follow the Money. The messaging service faces mounting pressure from European regulators, which could require hiring thousands of content moderators to combat illegal content if classified as a “very large online platform.” By keeping reported […]

Telegram Becomes Most Downloaded Android App in the Kingdom

Telegram has become the most downloaded Android application in the Kingdom at the start of the New Year, signalling the country’s rapidly evolving digital landscape and the app’s rising influence in daily communication. According to the latest figures from digital intelligence platform Similarweb, the messenger outperformed several long-established apps, reinforcing its expanding role in messaging, […]

Samara Governor Launches Official Telegram Channel

Samara Region Governor Vyacheslav Fedorishchev has launched an official Telegram channel “Fedorishchev. Official” (@fedorishchev_official) to combat fake accounts impersonating him. These fraudulent profiles frequently appear on the messenger for provocative purposes or scams. The channel will be managed by the governor’s press service, publishing updates on Fedorishchev’s activities and the Samara Region government’s work. The […]

Roskomnadzor Keeps Slowing Telegram Over Delay in Blocking Anonymous Channels

A source in the telecom industry has linked Telegram’s recent performance issues in Russia to targeted measures by Roskomnadzor, stressing that these are selective slowdowns rather than a full ban. The source told the Moscow 24 channel that the regulator continues to throttle the messenger because of what it sees as Telegram’s insufficiently prompt blocking […]

No Total Telegram Ban Expected in Russia, Say Officials

Russian authorities are downplaying fears of a full Telegram shutdown, stressing that users in the country will not be left without access to the messenger. The media regulator Roskomnadzor has denied introducing any new nationwide restrictions on Telegram, even though outages and slowdowns have been occurring periodically. Earlier, Moscow media reported that the service had […]

    Aakash Chopra

    Aakash Chopra

    The Telegram channel managed by former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra (@AakashChopraOfficial) serves as his official digital platform, where he shares insights and commentary as a cricket analyst, commentator, and content creator. The primary objective is to provide cricket enthusiasts with immediate, unbiased commentary on matches, players, and tournaments, primarily through…
    English India
    Harshal Gandhi

    Harshal Gandhi

    Harshal Gandhi’s Telegram channel (@Harshalcricketanalyst) functions as a professional cricket analytics platform, operated by Harshal Gandhi, who asserts his status as the leading cricket analyst since 2016. His track record includes notable success metrics such as a 65/66 accuracy rate in the 2022 IPL and a perfect 30/30 prediction success…
    Channel English
    CricInformer

    CricInformer

    CricInformer (@cricinformer) is a prominent Indian cricket media platform with approximately 500,000 subscribers, positioned as the premier resource for cricket fans seeking authoritative news, comprehensive analysis, and in-depth insights into all cricket-related events, including fantasy sports advice, statistical data, and strategic evaluations. It claims to be the leading source for…
    English India
    Somesh Thakre

    Somesh Thakre

    Somesh Thakre’s Telegram channel (@someshthakrert) serves as the official platform for Indian YouTuber and self-described cricket analyst Somesh Thakre, who promotes himself as a forecasting and strategic insights specialist across his social media channels. The content centers on cricket forecasting, fantasy team strategy, and match analysis, likely incorporating predicted playing…
    Channel English
    Fantasy Cricket Guru

    Fantasy Cricket Guru

    Fantasy Cricket Guru (@FCGofficial) is a premier Indian platform specializing in fantasy cricket and cricket trading, boasting nearly one million Telegram subscribers. The channel's branding, "Fantasy Cricket Guru  – Cricket Trading Ka Badshah," positions the entity as a leading authority in fantasy team strategies and the dominant figure in cricket…
    Channel English
    Malik Mumbai

    Malik Mumbai

    The Malik Mumbai channel (@Malik_Mumbai_Pro6) centers on the personal brand and public persona of Venkat Ramna Govinda, who is publicly promoted as “India’s leading cricket analyst” with “over 3 million followers worldwide” and a proven track record in match outcome predictions. The channel’s ecosystem integrates two primary domains: fantasy cricket…
    Channel English
    JP Loot Deals

    JP Loot Deals

    JP Loot Deals is a dynamic Indian Telegram channel specializing in deal aggregation, emphasizing the optimization of savings through online retail offers, ONDC platform promotions, and app-exclusive discounts. Each promotional post typically adheres to a standardized format: the dedicated JP Loot Deals header, a concise overview of the featured product…
    Channel English
    Rapid Deals Unlimited

    Rapid Deals Unlimited

    Rapid Deals Unlimited is a prominent Indian deal aggregation channel with extensive operational reach. As implied by its nomenclature, the platform emphasizes rapid dissemination of promotional offers—delivering numerous deals across diverse categories swiftly to enable users to capitalize on time-sensitive discounts. While current analytics reveal a moderate average of immediate…
    Shopping Channel
    Magixdeals 2.0

    Magixdeals 2.0

    Magixdeals 2.0 is a dynamic Indian deal aggregation platform that positions itself as a source for timely price reduction notifications and "exclusive promotional offers" across consumer electronics, mobile devices, computing laptops, fashion apparel, and domestic essentials. In other words, it appeals to price-sensitive consumers seeking premium or mid-tier merchandise at…
    Channel English
    Shoppers Quest

    Shoppers Quest

    Shoppers Quest is a prominent Indian digital platform specializing in discount offers and promotional codes. The channel's analytics in industry-specific directories indicate sustained month-over-month growth, confirming its active engagement and ongoing expansion of its subscriber base. This imbues the channel with a comprehensive savings platform perception. Numerous posts are time-critical,…
    Shopping Channel
    Offerzone

    Offerzone

    Offerzone (@Deals_Offerzone_Loots) positions itself as a comprehensive multi-channel deals platform rather than merely a single content feed, incentivizing users to "Join Our 4/5 Offerzone Channel for Exclusive Discounted Offers" through a consolidated affiliate referral link. The primary emphasis is on the Indian e-commerce sector, integrating flash sale events, electronic device…
    Channel English
    Dealdost

    Dealdost

    Dealdost is among India's largest and most longstanding Telegram deal aggregator channels. The content primarily focuses on live promotional offerings from e-commerce platforms such as Amazon, Flipkart, and other Indian online marketplaces, encompassing flash sales, lightning deals, heavily discounted merchandise, bank card incentives, and coupon stacking opportunities that significantly reduce…
    Shopping Channel
    ThinkNova

    ThinkNova

    ThinkNova (@scispark4) is featured in public directories as an educational and curiosity-driven media platform aligning with the "intelligent yet digestible" segment: brief scientific insights tailored for a time-constrained audience. Promotional content referencing the handle highlights topics such as “Science during your coffee break — astrophysics & physics — biology shortcuts…
    Channel English
    Clockology Official

    Clockology Official

    Clockology is a digital ecosystem dedicated to designing and deploying customized watch faces, primarily for Apple Watch. The @ClockologyOfficial Telegram channel serves as the official public gateway for the community, facilitating direct engagement. Users typically browse for watch face designs within the application, which then directs them to Telegram channels…
    Channel English
    The Hacker News

    The Hacker News

    The Hacker News (@thehackernews) serves as the official Telegram dissemination platform for The Hacker News, a longstanding independent cybersecurity journalism outlet that reports on hacking incidents, data breaches, system vulnerabilities, and broader information security developments. Its description designates it as “a trusted, widely read, independent source for breaking cybersecurity news…
    Channel English
    NerdNest

    NerdNest

    The @geekbreins handle references the broader GeekBrains ecosystem, a prominent online educational platform specializing in digital and information technology careers. Its official Telegram channel, operated under the GeekBrains brand, is described as “an educational ecosystem providing comprehensive resources for building a successful professional future,” with real-time updates reflecting ongoing activities…
    Channel English
    ThinkMesh

    ThinkMesh

    From a subscriber’s perspective, ThinkMesh/@synovate3 functions as a concise technology intelligence feed. Instead of navigating through extensive social media timelines, users receive a curated selection of updates focused on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and innovation—accessible for quick review on mobile devices during breaks and allowing for in-depth exploration via embedded links…
    Technologies Channel
    Discover • Tech News

    Discover • Tech News

    The @perplexity channel is function as a technology news dissemination platform with a focus on artificial intelligence, curated and delivered through a Telegram bot supplemented by community participation. Rather than functioning as a general chat, it operates as a broadcast channel providing subscribers with consistent updates on developments in artificial…
    Channel English
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