Telegram founder Pavel Durov criticized WhatsApp*, calling it unsafe and labeling anyone who still trusts its security in 2026 a “fool.” In a social media post, he stated: “If you still believe WhatsApp* is safe in 2026, you’re a fool. When we analyzed how WhatsApp* implements its ‘encryption,’ we discovered multiple attack vectors.”

Durov’s remarks highlight ongoing debates about end-to-end encryption in competing messengers. He positioned Telegram as superior, implying WhatsApp’s protections have vulnerabilities that expose users to risks despite its privacy claims.

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