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Telegram Channel Subscribers Reluctant to Move to Max

Around 57% of Russian Telegram channels have opened accounts on the national messenger Max, yet their audiences there are more than 60 times smaller: 1.4 million users versus 87 million on Telegram. In Q4 2025, the most popular topics on Telegram were “News & Media,” “Hobbies & Activities,” and “Internet Technologies,” while Max was dominated […]

Telegram Experiments with “Gift Crafting” Featuring Casino‑Style Risk and Asset Burning

Telegram is testing a new “gift crafting” feature that adds casino‑style mechanics to its virtual gifts. Users will be able to combine up to four gifts into one in hopes of receiving a rarer item, but the process carries a real risk of loss: crafted gifts can simply “burn” and disappear, especially when merging only […]

Russia Introduces Gradual Restrictions Against Telegram

Russia is implementing phased measures against Telegram due to the messenger’s refusal to meet requirements for preventing crimes. This was stated by Artem Sheykhin, Deputy Chairman of the Council for Digital Economy Development under the Federation Council, commenting on recent user complaints about disruptions in video uploads and sends. “Telegram fails to fulfill demands aimed […]

Telegram Becomes Primary News Source for Russian Entrepreneurs

Two-thirds (66%) of small and medium-sized business owners surveyed by Ifros report getting industry news updates primarily from Telegram channels, up 8% from 2022. This reflects Telegram’s growing dominance as a fast, direct news delivery platform for entrepreneurs. Other key sources include news aggregators (64%), TV programs (47%), specialized services like the Federal Tax Service […]

Telegram Emerges as Key Job Search Platform in 2026

Job hunting in 2026 has evolved beyond traditional vacancy websites. Telegram has become one of the primary platforms for recruiting specialists in marketing, sales, and digital fields. Recruiters report that over 60% of marketing, SMM, sales, and digital vacancies first appear directly on Telegram channels and groups. The appeal lies in its speed: employers seek […]

Telegram Underplays User Numbers to Dodge Stricter EU Rules

Telegram is deliberately downplaying its user figures to avoid triggering stricter EU regulations, according to documents obtained by investigative outlet Follow the Money. The messaging service faces mounting pressure from European regulators, which could require hiring thousands of content moderators to combat illegal content if classified as a “very large online platform.” By keeping reported […]

Telegram Becomes Most Downloaded Android App in the Kingdom

Telegram has become the most downloaded Android application in the Kingdom at the start of the New Year, signalling the country’s rapidly evolving digital landscape and the app’s rising influence in daily communication. According to the latest figures from digital intelligence platform Similarweb, the messenger outperformed several long-established apps, reinforcing its expanding role in messaging, […]

Samara Governor Launches Official Telegram Channel

Samara Region Governor Vyacheslav Fedorishchev has launched an official Telegram channel “Fedorishchev. Official” (@fedorishchev_official) to combat fake accounts impersonating him. These fraudulent profiles frequently appear on the messenger for provocative purposes or scams. The channel will be managed by the governor’s press service, publishing updates on Fedorishchev’s activities and the Samara Region government’s work. The […]

Roskomnadzor Keeps Slowing Telegram Over Delay in Blocking Anonymous Channels

A source in the telecom industry has linked Telegram’s recent performance issues in Russia to targeted measures by Roskomnadzor, stressing that these are selective slowdowns rather than a full ban. The source told the Moscow 24 channel that the regulator continues to throttle the messenger because of what it sees as Telegram’s insufficiently prompt blocking […]

No Total Telegram Ban Expected in Russia, Say Officials

Russian authorities are downplaying fears of a full Telegram shutdown, stressing that users in the country will not be left without access to the messenger. The media regulator Roskomnadzor has denied introducing any new nationwide restrictions on Telegram, even though outages and slowdowns have been occurring periodically. Earlier, Moscow media reported that the service had […]

    [2025.12.2] Telegram launches design contest for “Telegram Nodes”

    [2025.12.2] Telegram launches design contest for “Telegram Nodes”

    Telegram launches design contest for “Telegram Nodes” Telegram’s Design Contest 2025 asks designers to envision “Telegram Nodes,” Discord-like spaces with separate profiles, rich admin tools, and multi-platform layouts, offering a…

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    Cocoon, TON‑Based Decentralized AI Network, Launches to Deliver Private

    Cocoon, TON‑Based Decentralized AI Network, Launches to Deliver Private

    Cocoon, the new decentralized confidential compute network associated with Telegram’s ecosystem, has launched and begun handling real user AI requests with full data privacy. Built on The Open Network (TON),…

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    [2025.10.31] Russian lawmakers continue Telegram chats despite Kremlin push to move to MAX

    [2025.10.31] Russian lawmakers continue Telegram chats despite Kremlin push to move to MAX

    Russian lawmakers continue Telegram chats despite Kremlin push to move to MAX Duma deputies keep engaging Russians on Telegram despite the Kremlin’s push to Max, with Telegram as the main…

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    Telegram launches Cocoon: Decentralized AI network on TON with GPU rewards

    Telegram launches Cocoon: Decentralized AI network on TON with GPU rewards

    Telegram is launching Cocoon, a new decentralized AI infrastructure designed to protect user privacy. Presented by Telegram CEO Pavel Durov at the Blockchain Life 2025 conference in Dubai, Cocoon runs…

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    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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    Telegram Wallet Offers 24/7 Stock Trading with xStocksi

    Telegram Wallet Offers 24/7 Stock Trading with xStocksi

    Telegram Wallet has partnered with Kraken and Backed to launch xStocks, allowing users to buy tokenized versions of 60+ US stocks including Tesla, Apple, and NVIDIA. The service operates 24/5…

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    [2025.10.24] Telega launches as Telegram-compatible app with calling feature

    [2025.10.24] Telega launches as Telegram-compatible app with calling feature

    Telega launches as Telegram-compatible app with calling feature Telega, a new Telegram-compatible messenger, offers seamless calling and parental controls, bypasses some blocks, and features a built-in blacklists. Telegram disclaims responsibility…

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    Durov says Telegram loses money; living costs funded by Bitcoin

    Durov says Telegram loses money; living costs funded by Bitcoin

    Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, discussed his early experiences with Bitcoin on the Lex Fridman podcast. He recalled buying millions of dollars’ worth of Bitcoin in 2013 when the…

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    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, a popular Telegram client with over 17 million downloads, announced the release of AI Chat Update 3.0, a significant upgrade revolutionizing communication, task management, and cryptocurrency handling within Telegram.…

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