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Klimenko Urges Durov to Open Telegram Office in Russia

Former Russian presidential internet adviser German Klimenko has urged Telegram founder Pavel Durov to establish official cooperation with the Russian authorities and open a formal Telegram representative office in Russia. Klimenko, who chairs the Digital Economy Development Fund, believes this step would help keep Telegram operating in the country. In his view, Durov should formally […]

Telegram Slowdown Threatens App Release Schedules in Russia

Russian mobile developers warn that the throttling of Telegram could disrupt app release cycles and internal workflows. Fork-Tech innovation director Vladislav Laptev notes that, after foreign platforms left the Russian market, Telegram became a key channel for distributing test builds. Red_mad_robot’s iOS development lead Alexander Tuzovsky adds that Telegram now serves as a central transport […]

Telegram in Russia: Roskomnadzor Begins Slowing Telegram

Russian authorities are moving to slow down Telegram within the country, according to RBC citing unnamed sources. The plan involves partial restrictions that could affect media loading, message attachments, channels, and bots, with some measures already entering effect as of February 10, 2026.  The slowdown is expected to be implemented through traffic filtering and prioritization […]

Telegram for Android gets a major redesign with new bottom bar and crafting system

Telegram for Android receives its biggest interface update to date, introducing a fixed bottom navigation bar for faster one-tap access to chats, settings, profile, and more. The app has been rebuilt for efficiency and improved responsiveness, with an updated search experience and streamlined navigation. In addition to the redesign, a new crafting system lets users […]

Telegram Adds “Cooling-Off” Period to Protect Accounts

Telegram is introducing a new security mechanism to reduce the damage from stolen accounts. One key fix closes a bug that allowed attackers to gain access by sending phishing links. The scheme worked like this: a victim was prompted to open a site on Telegram’s official domain, then change a word in the URL and […]

Telegram’s Liquid Glass: How to Roll Back on Android

The new “Liquid Glass” visual effect in the latest Telegram for Android has sparked mixed reactions. Many users dislike the increased transparency, iOS‑style rounded corners, and, most importantly, the removal of the side panel that previously gave quick access to settings and additional accounts. Although there is already a guide on how to tone down […]

Chinese Investor Buys Telegram Username for $2M Record

On February 7, Chinese bidders engaged in a fierce all-day battle for the Telegram username @danbao on the Fragment platform, with the winner paying nearly 170 million rubles—equivalent to $2.2 million USD. This marks the absolute record for username auctions in Fragment history, as verified by “Durov’s Code.” Fragment is a TON-based toolkit for interacting […]

Telegram 12.4 Rolls Out Major Update on Android and iOS

Telegram has updated its Android and iOS apps to version 12.4, bringing a major February feature pack. On Android, the interface has been extensively redesigned: the side menu is replaced by an iOS‑style bottom navigation bar, most pages and UI elements now have rounded corners and a “liquid glass” effect, and the attachments menu in […]

Durov Accuses Le Figaro of Xenophobia

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov called out French media for attempting to discredit him, specifically accusing one of France’s oldest newspapers, Le Figaro, of xenophobia. He objected to their repeated use of the label “Le Russe” (“the Russian”) when referring to him in articles. Journalists employed this tag while noting Durov’s support for Elon Musk and […]

Telegram Stories Now Open to All Users

Telegram has rolled out the ability to post Stories to all users this evening, no Premium subscription required—even for accounts linked to Iranian, Russian, and Ukrainian phone numbers. This marks a significant expansion of the feature previously limited to paid subscribers. Some users still report access issues, with the @tginfo editorial team suggesting a gradual […]

    Zheleznovodsk Launches Telegram Bot for Resident Complaints

    Zheleznovodsk Launches Telegram Bot for Resident Complaints

    Zheleznovodsk plans to launch "ZHEKObot," a Telegram bot enabling residents to submit appeals and complaints directly to relevant municipal organizations. This new digital service aims to streamline citizen interactions with…

    NewsTelegram
    2026-02-02 Create
    6 USA Technology Telegram Channels for Tech Enthusiasts & Pros

    6 USA Technology Telegram Channels for Tech Enthusiasts & Pros

    Whether you’re obsessed with AI, curious about cybersecurity, passionate about geek culture, or eager to track the latest tech innovations, these USA-focused Telegram channels have you covered. Curated to span…

    AIchannel
    2026-01-05 Create
    [2025.12.9] Telegram Unveils UFC Mystery Box Gift Campaign with $100,000 Art Basel Promo

    [2025.12.9] Telegram Unveils UFC Mystery Box Gift Campaign with $100,000 Art Basel Promo

    Telegram Unveils UFC Mystery Box Gift Campaign with $100,000 Art Basel Promo Telegram launched a UFC‑themed gift campaign with public auctions for UFC Mystery Boxes, a new @ufc channel, and…

    Botchannel
    2025-12-09 Create
    Yandex’s @pic Becomes Telegram’s Leading Content Bot

    Yandex’s @pic Becomes Telegram’s Leading Content Bot

    Yandex’s Telegram bot @pic has risen to the top of the popularity rankings among content bots in the messenger. Company representatives told Durov’s Code that @pic is now one of…

    NewsTelegram
    2025-12-09 Create
    Yandex AI Assistant Aids Telegram Channel Creators with Content and Monetization

    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,…

    AdsAI
    2025-12-03 Create
    [2025.12.1] Bashkiria MP Denies Plans for Full Ban on WhatsApp and Telegram

    [2025.12.1] Bashkiria MP Denies Plans for Full Ban on WhatsApp and Telegram

    Bashkiria MP Denies Plans for Full Ban on WhatsApp and Telegram A Bashkiria State Duma deputy rejected claims of a full WhatsApp and Telegram ban, saying authorities only recommend moving…

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    2025-12-01 Create
    Telegram Bot to Monitor Yamal Winter Roads to Launch

    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…

    NewsRussia
    2025-12-01 Create
    [2025.11.13] Telegram Becomes a Major Marketing Platform, With Strong Small-Business Growth

    [2025.11.13] Telegram Becomes a Major Marketing Platform, With Strong Small-Business Growth

    Telegram Becomes a Major Marketing Platform, With Strong Small-Business Growth Telegram is now a major marketing platform, with small businesses driving most advertising and micro-channel growth expanding direct audience engagement…

    Botbusiness
    2025-11-13 Create
    Sakhalin Court Rules in Telegram Bot Contract Dispute

    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…

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    2025-11-13 Create
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