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 […]

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

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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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[2025.10.27] Telegram CEO Meets Khabib at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi

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Telegram CEO Meets Khabib at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi Telegram’s CEO Pavel Durov meets ex-UFC champ Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi, amid Umar Nurmagomedov’s win over…

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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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[2025.8.25] Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Criticizes French Government Amid Stalled Criminal Probe

[2025.8.25] Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Criticizes French Government Amid Stalled Criminal Probe

Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Criticizes French Government Amid Stalled Criminal Probe Pavel Durov says French probe finds no wrongdoing, calls arrest unprecedented and damaging to France’s image. He vows Telegram…

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[2025.8.13]Guess Gold Price, Win $100 Prizes in “Prediction Time” Challenge

[2025.8.13]Guess Gold Price, Win $100 Prizes in “Prediction Time” Challenge

Guess Gold Price, Win $100 Prizes in "Prediction Time" Challenge Crypto Wallet’s "Prediction Time" asks users to post one whole-dollar gold-price guess for Aug 19 13:00 UTC; top three exact…

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[2025.6.24]Telegram Launches $50K Android Profile Redesign Contest

[2025.6.24]Telegram Launches $50K Android Profile Redesign Contest

Telegram Launches $50K Android Profile Redesign Contest Telegram invites developers to revamp profiles for Android, offering a $50,000 prize pool. Submissions due July 11 must use Java and match designs…

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Marketing “Boring” Crypto Tech: GetBlock Shares B2B Web3 Secrets

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A June 25 webinar will address marketing strategies for essential Web3 infrastructure like RPC nodes and BaaS platforms. Hosted by GetBlock—a TON blockchain RPC provider with six years’ industry experience—the…

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How to Use Telegram for Marketing: Automate & Scale with OnlyTG Echo’s Smart Bot

How to Use Telegram for Marketing: Automate & Scale with OnlyTG Echo’s Smart Bot

In today's competitive environment, businesses are constantly looking for platforms that can improve operational efficiency, enhance customer experience, and attract potential customers.  With more than 1 billion monthly active users…

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Why Telegram Marketing Needs OnlyTG Echo

Why Telegram Marketing Needs OnlyTG Echo

With over 1 billion monthly active users, Telegram offers immense potential for business marketing. However, many companies struggle with common challenges: fear of account bans due to excessive messaging, customer…

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