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Telegram Shadow Communities Survive Only Seven Months on Average

Research by Kaspersky experts shows that shadow communities in Telegram have an average lifespan of only seven months, based on analysis of more than 800 channels blocked between 2021 and 2024. The short life cycle is linked to Telegram’s relatively strict moderation: while criminals still use bots to automate illicit activities like selling stolen accounts […]

Durov Says Telegram Has “In‑Principle” $300 Million Grok Distribution Deal

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov said he has reached a preliminary one‑year agreement with Elon Musk’s AI company xAI to distribute the Grok chatbot to Telegram’s more than 1 billion users. Under the arrangement, Telegram would receive a reported $300 million in a mix of cash and equity, and be entitled to 50% of subscription revenue […]

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 the most used inline tools for sending media directly from the message input field, without needing to add the bot to a chat. To use […]

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

Telegram has launched a new campaign built around digital gifts themed on famous UFC fighters. As part of the promotion, the platform is holding a public auction where any user can bid for a UFC Mystery Box. Winners will receive a box containing a collectible gift linked to a well‑known UFC athlete, potentially including stars […]

Telegram Founder Slams EU Over X Fine and “Unworkable” Social Media Censorship Rules

Telegram founder Pavel Durov criticized the European Union after it announced a fine against the social media platform X for alleged violations of the Digital Services Act. Durov argued that the EU is setting “impossible rules” to punish technology companies that refuse to silently censor freedom of speech. He claimed this pattern had already appeared […]

Telegram Adds Passkey Login via Password Managers on iOS and Android

Telegram has rolled out support for passkey-based authentication in the stable versions of its iOS and Android apps. To enable the feature, users need to open Telegram’s Settings, go to the Privacy section, and select the new “Passkey” option. A passkey is a device-stored access key managed by password managers such as those from Google, […]

Legal Expert Warns of Penalties for Illegal Telegram Usernames in Russia

A Russian legal expert has warned that using an illegal or extremist-related nickname in Telegram can lead to serious administrative and even criminal penalties. Lawyer Mikhail Salkin told NEWS.ru that if a username is treated as public display of extremist symbols, a user may face a fine of 1,000–2,000 rubles, up to 15 days of […]

Putin: Telegram Is Used to Influence Youth

Russian President Vladimir Putin said in an interview with India Today that modern messengers, including Telegram, are actively used to shape the views and behavior of young people. According to him, the “new” factor today lies in technology: platforms like Telegram serve as channels to influence the youth environment, which makes it essential for the […]

Russian Messenger “Molniya” Targets Business, Won’t Replace Telegram

The new Russian messenger “Molniya,” set to launch in early 2026, is not intended to replace Telegram but to serve business and cross-border communication needs, according to Arseniy Shcheltsin, CEO of the digital platforms agency ANO “Tsifrovye Platformy.” Developed by the company “Red Soft,” Molniya aims to facilitate international cooperation, with a particular emphasis on […]

Telegram Tests Passkey Login in Android Beta for Passwordless Access

Telegram is preparing to introduce passkey authentication, discovered in the Android beta version 12.2.8. Passkeys, stored securely in password managers from Google, Apple, Samsung, and others, allow users to log in without SMS codes or traditional passwords. The login screen now features a “Log in using passkeys” button that prompts biometric verification—Face ID, fingerprint, or […]

    [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…

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    2025-12-09 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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    Click here to OnlyTG Echo help center>>>OnlyTG Echo provides the function to generate multiple unique Tracking Links for your bot. You can share these links on different promotion channels. When contacts…

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    [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…

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    [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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    [2025.9.26] 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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    [2025.9.25] 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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    [2025.9.23] 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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    [2025.9.22] 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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