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Telegram Hit by Outages and Restrictions in Russia from December 11

Early on December 11, 2025, dozens of users across Russia reported sudden disruptions in WhatsApp* and Telegram, with messages failing to send and media files not loading. Downdetector recorded hundreds of complaints from Moscow, St. Petersburg, and other regions, dashing hopes for promised new features. Instead, users encountered technical issues and fresh limitations.  These outages […]

Pavel Durov Allegedly Helps “Natalnaya Karta” Star Recover Hijacked Telegram Account

Comedian and actor Dmitry Zhuravlev, host of the show “Natalnaya Karta,” says that in March scammers hijacked his personal Instagram and Telegram accounts by reissuing his SIM card with a fake passport in his name. After gaining control, they threatened his wife Elena with publishing their intimate correspondence and demanded money, which the couple refused […]

Mobile Internet Outage in Russia Disrupts Telegram

On 10 December, residents of multiple Russian regions, including Krasnodar Krai, reported significant problems accessing mobile internet and a number of popular online services. Users complained about disruptions in the networks of major operators such as MTS, Megafon, Tele2 and Beeline. For MTS, around 16% of all outage reports came from Krasnodar Krai, while Megafon […]

Telegram Earns at Least $8.1 Million from UFC and Khabib Nurmagomedov Collaborations

In the final months of 2025, Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov sharply increased his visibility in the world of mixed martial arts, attending UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi, appearing in photos with fighters, and accepting an offer to walk middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev to the octagon as a cornerman. These efforts culminated in major […]

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, […]

    Is Telegram Good for Business? Leveraging Chatbots to Boost Efficiency and Customer Engagement 

    Is Telegram Good for Business? Leveraging Chatbots to Boost Efficiency and Customer Engagement 

    In today’s competitive landscape, businesses are constantly seeking platforms that can drive operational efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and unlock growth opportunities. With over 1 billion monthly active users and a…

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    Why Your Business Needs a Telegram Business Chatbot: Key Solutions Revealed‌

    Why Your Business Needs a Telegram Business Chatbot: Key Solutions Revealed‌

    With over 1 billion active users, Telegram has evolved into a powerful platform for businesses. A Telegram business chatbot is now essential for modern companies to streamline operations, boost customer…

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    [2025.5.29]Telegram Partners With Elon Musk’s xAI to Integrate Grok Chatbot 

    [2025.5.29]Telegram Partners With Elon Musk’s xAI to Integrate Grok Chatbot 

    Telegram Partners With Elon Musk's xAI to Integrate Grok Chatbot  Telegram partners with Elon Musk's xAI to integrate Grok chatbot, offering AI features like chat summarization and moderation, and receiving…

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    Telegram Chatbot for Business Use: Enhancing Efficiency & Customer Engagement‌

    Telegram Chatbot for Business Use: Enhancing Efficiency & Customer Engagement‌

    With over ‌1 billion monthly active users‌ and a robust bot ecosystem, Telegram has become a strategic platform for businesses to deploy chatbots for marketing, customer support, and service delivery.…

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    [2025.5.14]Telegram Ads Launches In-Chatbot Advertising

    [2025.5.14]Telegram Ads Launches In-Chatbot Advertising

    Telegram Ads Launches In-Chatbot Advertising Telegram Ads now supports in-chatbot ads at a €1 CPM floor, with channel avatars (+30% CPM), custom titles/descriptions, and placement in up to nine bots;…

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    Building and Integrating Telegram Chatbots

    Building and Integrating Telegram Chatbots

    Introduction Telegram has emerged as a secure, fast, and scalable messaging platform, with over 800 million monthly active users globally. For businesses seeking to automate customer interactions, Telegram chatbots offer…

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    2025 Telegram Channel Monetization

    2025 Telegram Channel Monetization

    Telegram has transformed into a powerhouse for content creators and businesses aiming to build engaged audiences and generate revenue. With over 900 million users globally, the platform offers unique tools…

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    Top 5 ICO Telegram Marketing Hacks for 2025

    Top 5 ICO Telegram Marketing Hacks for 2025

    Introduction In 2025, Telegram remains the cornerstone of ICO marketing, offering direct access to crypto investors, privacy-focused communication, and tools for viral growth. With over 700 million active users, the…

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    Top 10 Telegram Ecommerce Strategies to Skyrocket Sales

    Top 10 Telegram Ecommerce Strategies to Skyrocket Sales

    Introduction Telegram has emerged as a powerhouse for ecommerce, offering unique tools like channels, bots, and Mini Apps to connect businesses with 900+ million active users. In 2025, mastering Telegram’s…

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