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Telegram Absent from Russia’s “White List” of Essential Websites

Reports initially claimed Telegram had joined Russia’s “white list” of essential internet services, which allows websites to function during outages or limited access. However, the country’s digital authority (Roskomnadzor/RKN) refuted these claims, stating Telegram is only mentioned in school and college digital service recommendations, not the official roster. The actual “white list” comprises frequently used […]

Telegram 12.2 Adds Live Streams, Gift Auctions, and Enhanced Scheduling

Telegram’s November 2025 update (version 12.2) for Android and iOS delivers significant new features and interface enhancements. Users can now host live broadcasts in Stories through the “Live” tab, either as individuals or channels, with viewers able to leave and pin paid comments.  Scheduled messages are upgraded, allowing recurring delivery intervals ranging from daily to […]

Telegram Sues Australia Over Age-Verification Law

Telegram has filed a lawsuit in Australia against the country’s cyber safety regulator over age-verification requirements. The case follows a prior regulatory fine for what Telegram described as insufficient disclosures about how to police extremist content and content involving minors. Telegram argues it is not a “social media service provider” under Australian law and thus […]

France Ends Travel Ban on Telegram Founder Pavel Durov

France has reportedly lifted the travel ban on Telegram founder Pavel Durov, ending a year of restrictive measures tied to an ongoing investigation into the platform’s content moderation. By late 2024, Durov was required to remain in France with periodic police reporting and could only travel to Dubai with explicit judicial approval.  French authorities had […]

Sakhalin Court Rules in Telegram Bot Contract Dispute

A Russian media outlet reports that residents of Sakhalin faced a blocked Telegram experience after an order-related dispute with a Telegram bot developer. A civil case in the Dolinsky City Court concerned a contract to develop a Telegram bot capable of generating AI-based video content through an avatar. The contract required the developer to create […]

Telegram Becomes a Major Marketing Platform, With Strong Small-Business Growth

Telegram has evolved from a messaging app into a full marketing ecosystem. New data from eLama and Telemetr show that a majority of advertisers on Telegram come from small businesses, with high perceived effectiveness of campaigns.  Direct buys remain common, while larger brands explore Telegram Ads, bots, and special projects. Most advertisers spend modest monthly […]

Midas Probe: Chernyshov Suspicion Spurs Sparse Telegram Coverage

Ukraine’s investigative authorities released the latest installment of the “Midas” corruption case in the energy sector, revealing that former deputy prime minister Aleksey Chernyshov received funds through a scheme documented by law enforcement. Several prominent Ukrainian Telegram channels with millions of followers reportedly ignored the briefing, drawing attention to uneven media coverage of NABU’s disclosures.  […]

PIK Residents Struggle with Telegram Access as Lovit Faces Antitrust Scrutiny

Residents of Moscow’s new-builds by developer PIK are facing widespread issues accessing Telegram because the sole internet provider in those complexes, Lovit, has begun blocking the service over Wi‑Fi connections. Users report slow media loading and delayed message delivery; Telegram works normally when switching to mobile data.  The situation has drawn scrutiny as the Federal […]

Notis AI Brings Seamless Voice-First Help to Telegram and WhatsApp

Notis AI is a voice-first productivity assistant that runs inside WhatsApp and Telegram. The tool itself is not a standalone app; it integrates smoothly with Notion and other apps to streamline workflows. Its standout feature is voice input, coupled with deep contextual understanding that goes beyond generic chatbots.  If a user spends much of the […]

Telegram Tests Auction-Based Gift Distribution in Beta

Telegram is piloting an auction-based gift distribution in its iOS beta. The system allocates 50 gifts per round to the top 50 bidders, with bidding positions rolling over to subsequent rounds if they drop out of the top 50. If a bidder does not win in the final draw, their stars are refunded in full.  […]

    Telegram Beta 12.2.0 Brings Liquid Glass Design and Enhanced Features

    Telegram Beta 12.2.0 Brings Liquid Glass Design and Enhanced Features

    Telegram's latest Android 12.2.0 beta update, released on October 27, 2025, introduces a new "Liquid Glass" touch interface for the text input bar and panels. While the update doesn't include…

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    2025-10-28 Create
    Durov Proposes Buying Louvre Jewels Stolen, to Donate to Abu Dhabi Louvre

    Durov Proposes Buying Louvre Jewels Stolen, to Donate to Abu Dhabi Louvre

    Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, reportedly offered to repurchase the Louvre’s stolen jewels from the recent heist and donate them to the Louvre in Abu Dhabi. The proposal, reported on…

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    2025-10-23 Create
    One-Third of Brands Shift Instagram Audiences to Telegram Amid Russia’s Ad Ban

    One-Third of Brands Shift Instagram Audiences to Telegram Amid Russia’s Ad Ban

    Following Russia’s ban on Instagram advertising implemented in September 2025, about 32% of brand audiences have migrated to Telegram, according to a September study by Getblogger, an MTS AdTech company.…

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    2025-10-21 Create
    5 Voice Telegram Bots You Should Try in 2025

    5 Voice Telegram Bots You Should Try in 2025

    If you often work with audio messages, transcriptions, or voice conversions, Telegram offers a range of bots that make your life easier. From voice-to-text to AI speech generation, these voice…

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    2025-10-13 Create
    Maria Zakharova Comments on France’s Request to Moldova to Censor Telegram Channels

    Maria Zakharova Comments on France’s Request to Moldova to Censor Telegram Channels

    Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, expressed no surprise at France’s demand for Moldova to censor Telegram channels ahead of the presidential election.  Zakharova criticized the West for…

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    2025-09-29 Create
    Duoer Capital Launches AI and Web3-Powered Fund

    Duoer Capital Launches AI and Web3-Powered Fund

    Duoer Capital Management has introduced a new investment fund leveraging AI and Web3 technologies, designed to provide stable returns amid global market volatility. The fund employs a dual strategy, combining…

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    2025-09-02 Create
    How to Bulk Messages on Telegram

    How to Bulk Messages on Telegram

    When using Telegram daily, there are often scenarios where messages need to be sent to multiple recipients simultaneously. The most effective approach is using a Telegram bot (which will be…

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    2025-09-01 Create
    4 Ways to Broadcast Messages on Telegram

    4 Ways to Broadcast Messages on Telegram

    In our daily use of Telegram, we sometimes need to send messages to multiple recipients. The optimal way to do this is via a Telegram bot (which we’ll cover later).…

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    2025-09-01 Create
    Discover 6 Telegram Bots of Downloader in 2025

    Discover 6 Telegram Bots of Downloader in 2025

    Tired of struggling to save videos, music, or documents from various platforms directly to your device? Look no further than Telegram’s hidden gems: downloader bots. Whether you’re a student wanting…

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