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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 […]

TON Services Face Block in Uzbekistan

Several TON-related services have stopped working for users in Uzbekistan, as reported by “Durov’s Code.” Notably, Fragment—a core TON ecosystem platform offering tools to interact with Telegram services using TON—fails to launch in the country, confirmed by multiple sources. Access issues have also hit Getgems.io, a popular TON blockchain NFT marketplace; a circulating screenshot cites […]

Why Telegram-Grok Integration Announced by Durov Failed

In 2025, Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok was set for deep integration into Telegram, with the messenger slated to receive $300 million and other perks—this never materialized. “Durov’s Code” exclusively learned the reasons behind the project’s collapse. Telegram also explored deals with Perplexity (which later partnered with Snapchat) and other AI firms, but all stalled […]

New People Party Opposes Telegram Ban

The New People party has spoken out against a potential ban of Telegram in Russia, declaring: “We are against blocking Telegram.” The party recalled that previous online platforms were blocked suddenly and retrospectively, when it was almost impossible to change anything, and insisted that this scenario must not be repeated with Telegram.  They announced the […]

Major Telegram Design Overhaul on Android in 2026

Telegram is rolling out a large‑scale redesign of its Android app in 2026, now expanded in beta version 12.4 after first appearing at the end of December. The familiar side drawer has been removed and replaced with a translucent bottom navigation bar in an iOS‑style design, featuring core tabs such as Chats, Contacts, Settings, and […]

Blogger Earnings Shift to MAX After Potential Telegram Block

Telegram never became a mass platform for bloggers, and channel authors would simply migrate to MAX following any block, said Maxim Perlin, co-founder of the Bloggers and Agencies Association, in an NSN interview. State Duma deputy Mikhail Delyagin predicted a possible Telegram block in Russia by fall 2026, though he stressed businesses would continue partial […]

Durov Makes Secret Appearance at McGregor’s Vatican Wedding

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov secretly attended the wedding of renowned Irish fighter Conor McGregor as one of 150 guests. On January 26, McGregor posted in support of Durov and shared photos, one clearly showing the Telegram head at the private wedding reception. McGregor married Dee Devlin on December 12 in the Vatican, with the reception […]

    [2026.2.3] Gift Crafting Enters Active Testing in Telegram

    [2026.2.3] Gift Crafting Enters Active Testing in Telegram

    Gift Crafting Enters Active Testing in Telegram Telegram’s iOS beta 12.3.3 tests a gift crafting system where users combine collectible gifts or buy missing ones, with success chances varying by…

    NewsRussia
    2026-02-03 Create
    Medvedev Names Russian Classics as Inspiration for Telegram Posts

    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…

    NewsRussia
    2026-02-03 Create
    [2026.2.2] Zheleznovodsk Launches Telegram Bot for Resident Complaints

    [2026.2.2] Zheleznovodsk Launches Telegram Bot for Resident Complaints

    Zheleznovodsk Launches Telegram Bot for Resident Complaints Zheleznovodsk's "ZHEKObot" Telegram tool lets residents file complaints directly, track fixes, and speed up city services under Mayor Bakulin's oversight. source: stapravda Content…

    BotNews
    2026-02-02 Create
    Russian MPs Propose Ban on Blocking Telegram, WhatsApp

    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…

    NewsRussia
    2026-02-02 Create
    [2026.1.29] Major Telegram Design Overhaul on Android in 2026

    [2026.1.29] Major Telegram Design Overhaul on Android in 2026

    Major Telegram Design Overhaul on Android in 2026 Telegram’s 2026 Android redesign removes the side drawer, adds an iOS‑style bottom bar, revamped header, floating search button, updated attachments and Settings,…

    NewsPavel Durov
    2026-01-29 Create
    New People Party Opposes Telegram Ban

    New People Party Opposes Telegram Ban

    The New People party has spoken out against a potential ban of Telegram in Russia, declaring: “We are against blocking Telegram.” The party recalled that previous online platforms were blocked…

    NewsPavel Durov
    2026-01-29 Create
    Blogger Earnings Shift to MAX After Potential Telegram Block

    Blogger Earnings Shift to MAX After Potential Telegram Block

    Telegram never became a mass platform for bloggers, and channel authors would simply migrate to MAX following any block, said Maxim Perlin, co-founder of the Bloggers and Agencies Association, in…

    businesschannel
    2026-01-28 Create
    [2026.1.27] Telegram Matches Media Effectiveness for B2C Tech Firms

    [2026.1.27] Telegram Matches Media Effectiveness for B2C Tech Firms

    Telegram Matches Media Effectiveness for B2C Tech Firms Telegram ties with media (71%) as top brand tool for Russia's B2C IT firms in 2025, per AggreMarketing survey; overall media leads…

    Marketingmultiple
    2026-01-27 Create
    Telegram Matches Media Effectiveness for B2C Tech Firms

    Telegram Matches Media Effectiveness for B2C Tech Firms

    IT companies ranked media publications as the most effective brand development tool in 2025, with 88% of respondents voting for it, according to a survey of 210 Russian tech firms…

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    2026-01-27 Create
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