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Spanish PM Dismisses Durov’s Criticism: “Let Tech Oligarchs Bark”

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez sharply rebuked Telegram founder Pavel Durov’s criticism of Spain’s new ban on social media access for those under 16. Sánchez posted on X that pushback from tech company owners signals the policy is correct, writing: “Let the techno-oligarchs bark, Sancho—this means we’re riding high.” This came after Durov warned in […]

Durov Warns Spanish Telegram Users on Digital Freedom Threats

Telegram founder Pavel Durov addressed Spanish users in a post on his official channel, criticizing new state measures disguised as user protection that he says erode digital freedoms.  He outlined four key threats: (1) A ban on social media access for under-16s with mandatory age verification, setting a precedent for tracking every user’s identity and […]

EU Censorship in Politics and Social Media Compared by Durov

Telegram founder Pavel Durov has commented on newly released documents that, in his view, expose European Commission interference in electoral processes across several European countries. He reacted to materials published on the official X account of the U.S. House Judiciary Committee, which released another batch of EU-related documents allegedly showing attempts to restrict freedom of […]

Pavel Durov Comments on Raid at X’s Paris Office

Telegram founder Pavel Durov has commented on the search carried out at the Paris office of social network X. He wrote that, in his view, France remains the only country in the world pursuing criminal cases against all major social platforms. According to Durov, French police are currently searching X’s Paris premises, while France is […]

Experts: Telegram Channel Ads Up by One-Third

In 2025, advertising in Telegram channels became about one-third more expensive, with the sharpest rise seen in the “News and Media” category, where the average price for a single integration tripled. The figures, based on MTS AdTech data, show that across all categories, Telegram ad prices grew by an average of 32%. Long-term integrations (a […]

Telegram Emerges as Key Audience Platform for Fashion Brands

Telegram is becoming a primary platform for fashion brands to attract audiences, with the highest engagement growth recorded by Zolla (up 0.66%) and Colin’s (0.63%). Research shows brands effectively leveraging Telegram Ads turn it into a powerful channel for capturing attention. Engagement Rate (ER) on Telegram outperforms VK’s equivalent, despite VK’s audience being 5.7 times […]

Medvedev Names Russian Classics as Inspiration for Telegram Posts

Deputy Chairman of Russia’s Security Council Dmitry Medvedev has shared what inspires his posts on Telegram and other messengers. In an interview with TASS, Reuters and the Wargonzo project, he said he draws ideas both from current events and from Russian classical literature. “The source of inspiration is, of course, the world around us and […]

Gift Crafting Enters Active Testing in Telegram

The iOS beta version of Telegram 12.3.3 (32167) has introduced an active test of a new gift crafting mechanic. Before starting the process, users can browse all possible gift models that may appear as a result of a successful combination. For crafting, they may either use their own collectible gifts or purchase missing ones in […]

Russian MPs Propose Ban on Blocking Telegram, WhatsApp

Russian State Duma deputies plan to introduce a bill establishing an indefinite moratorium on blocking Telegram and WhatsApp in Russia. One of the authors stated the measure aims to “reduce public irritation” from restrictions. The party views citizens’ reactions to curbs on these messengers—and periodic “digital lockdowns”—as justified, seeing them as encroachments on constitutional rights. […]

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 city services and cut down request processing times. Using the bot, locals can quickly report issues, receive feedback, and track resolution progress—replacing the current manual […]

    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…

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    6 Telegram Channels for Trustworthy Russian News

    6 Telegram Channels for Trustworthy Russian News

    Whether you’re a student researching Russian affairs, a professional working in international relations, or simply someone interested in global news, having access to trustworthy Russian news sources is key. Telegram…

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    Russia’s Roskomnadzor Sets Mandatory Registration Rules for Telegram Channels with 10,000+ Subscribers

    Russia’s Roskomnadzor Sets Mandatory Registration Rules for Telegram Channels with 10,000+ Subscribers

    Russia’s Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology and Mass Media (Roskomnadzor) has formalized mandatory registration procedures for Telegram channel owners with audiences exceeding 10,000 subscribers, based on Federal…

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    2025-10-10 Create
    [2025.8.22] Russian Users Report Surge in Google Meet Issues Amid Messaging App Restrictions

    [2025.8.22] Russian Users Report Surge in Google Meet Issues Amid Messaging App Restrictions

    Russian Users Report Surge in Google Meet Issues Amid Messaging App Restrictions After Telegram and WhatsApp* restrictions, Russian users face growing Google Meet issues, mainly website failures. Mobile data traffic…

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    Verb Technology Acquires $713M in TON, Aiming for 8.5% Stake in Toncoin

    Verb Technology Acquires $713M in TON, Aiming for 8.5% Stake in Toncoin

    Verb Technology, soon to be rebranded as Ton Strategy Company, has acquired $713 million worth of Toncoin (TON), the native token of The Open Network linked to Telegram. This purchase…

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    2025-08-22 Create
    VERB Partners with New to The Street for Toncoin Media Campaign

    VERB Partners with New to The Street for Toncoin Media Campaign

    VERB Technology Company (NASDAQ: VERB) has launched a 12-month media campaign with New to The Street (NTTS) to spotlight its Toncoin digital asset strategy. The campaign features interviews with TON…

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    2025-08-15 Create
    Verb Bets $558M on Telegram-Linked Toncoin in Treasury Shift

    Verb Bets $558M on Telegram-Linked Toncoin in Treasury Shift

    Verb Technology, soon rebranded as TON Strategy, will invest $558 million from a private placement to accumulate and stake Toncoin (TON), designating it as its primary treasury reserve asset. The…

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    2025-08-06 Create
    6 Russian Telegram Channels Focused on Technology You Should Know

    6 Russian Telegram Channels Focused on Technology You Should Know

    If you are enthusiastic about the technology sector, maintaining awareness of the latest developments, tools, and industry insights is crucial. Telegram provides a dynamic network of channels dedicated to information…

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    2025-07-05 Create