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Record Message and Foward

Click here to OnlyTG Recorder help center>>> OnlyTG Recorder provides the function to combine message to a record. And you can quickly forward it to other users. Video Tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_VXBawJfNU step 1 Start Recorder Bot(@RecordOnBot) and select Language to set language. step 2 Forward messages from other contacts, channels, groups and more to Recorder. Then Recorder will notify you […]

Ukraine Celebrates Ukrainian Drone Attack on Volgograd in Telegram Channels

Ukrainian Telegram channels have been actively discussing—and openly celebrating—the aftermath of a Ukrainian drone attack on Volgograd since last night. According to Volganet.net, commenters show no restraint in their language, expressing delight at the strike on civilians while eagerly viewing photos and videos shared by Volgograd residents themselves. The early March 4 terrorist attack by […]

Telegram Overtakes WhatsApp as Russia’s Top Messenger

In January 2026, Telegram became the most popular messenger in Russia, overtaking long‑time leader WhatsApp, according to Okkam’s calculations based on Mediascope data. The ranking counts users aged 12+ who accessed a mobile app or desktop web version at least once during the month. Telegram reached 95.978 million users, compared with 89.418 million for WhatsApp, […]

French Justice Minister ‘Offers’ Riviera Sentences for Russians Jailed over Telegram

France has unveiled a tongue‑in‑cheek “humanitarian initiative” for Russian citizens reportedly sentenced for using Telegram, proposing that the first 250 such convicts serve their terms on the French Riviera. According to the plan, a negotiating group has sent a request to Russia’s Prosecutor General’s Office to arrange extradition under special conditions. The inmates would be […]

Durov Says Dubai ‘Statistically Safer’ Than Europe, Even Under Missile Fire

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has triggered debate after contrasting safety in Europe with that in Dubai amid rising regional tensions. In a post on X, Durov said he had to leave Dubai for Europe a week earlier and joked that he was now “missing the free fireworks from Iran” while “exposing myself to greater risk.” […]

Novosibirsk Detains At Least 15 at Anti‑Telegram Block Protest

In Novosibirsk, security forces detained at least 15 people during a protest against plans to block Telegram in Russia. Among those detained were rally participants, including RCP(i) member Oleg Metzler, former city council deputy Anton Kartavin, journalists Sergei Oshchepkov and Vitaly Bochkaryov, as well as several bystanders. All were taken to Police Department No. 1 […]

Paid “Typing Effect” for Telegram Bots Can Greatly Cut Developers’ Earnings

Telegram bot developers who enable the new gradual (streaming) answer display — where text appears smoothly as it is generated — will indirectly pay for it through higher commissions. This feature, previously available only to AI bots, became accessible to all bots from March 2026 to make responses look more visually appealing. While Telegram does […]

Novosibirsk Rally in Support of Telegram Shut Down

A planned rally in Novosibirsk on March 1 against the blocking of Telegram and the “forced installation of Max” ultimately did not take place. According to Kommersant, access routes to the protest site near the Globus Theatre were cordoned off with warning tape, with authorities citing an inspection of trees in the adjoining square as […]

Tags, Anti-Copy Chats, GIF Editing and Telegram Login Rolled Out

The latest Telegram update introduces text tags that appear next to users’ names in group chats, allowing members to show their role, job title, apartment number, interests, and more. Group admins can decide whether only they can assign tags or allow members to choose their own, with admin tags always highlighted in color. Telegram also […]

Irkutsk Reverses Approval for Pro-Telegram Rally

The Irkutsk city administration initially approved a rally in support of Telegram and “for a free internet” but later revoked the permit due to “significant public attention” to the event. The demonstration, organized by local Yabloko party leader Grigory Gribenko and activist Pavel Kharitonenko, was set for March 1 with up to 300 participants. Organizers […]

    Scientists Decode Telegram’s Hidden Influence Structure Using Advanced Digital Fingerprinting

    Scientists Decode Telegram’s Hidden Influence Structure Using Advanced Digital Fingerprinting

    Researchers at Russia’s Higher School of Economics have developed a novel method to unravel the hidden influence structure within Telegram, one of the world’s most popular messaging platforms. By transforming…

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    2025-10-09 Create
    Former Adviser Explains Why Telegram Will Remain in Russia Until a Full Replacement Emerges

    Former Adviser Explains Why Telegram Will Remain in Russia Until a Full Replacement Emerges

    German Klimenko, former internet development adviser to the Russian president and chairman of the Digital Economy Development Fund, explained why Telegram is unlikely to be blocked in Russia for now.…

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    2025-10-08 Create
    Pavel Durov Prioritizes Sleep and Phone Discipline for Creativity and Productivity

    Pavel Durov Prioritizes Sleep and Phone Discipline for Creativity and Productivity

    Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has shared insights into his daily routine, emphasizing the importance of ample sleep and controlled phone use to foster creativity. He allocates 11 to 12 hours…

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    Pavel Durov Swims in Protected Lake During Kazakhstan Visit, Sparking Legal Concerns

    Pavel Durov Swims in Protected Lake During Kazakhstan Visit, Sparking Legal Concerns

    During his official visit to Kazakhstan, Telegram founder Pavel Durov stirred controversy by posting a video of himself swimming in Kolsai Lake, a protected area where swimming is strictly prohibited.…

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    2025-10-08 Create
    Legal Risks of Anonymous Donations to Telegram Channels Warned by Lawyer

    Legal Risks of Anonymous Donations to Telegram Channels Warned by Lawyer

    A criminal defense lawyer has warned that donating anonymously to Telegram channels can pose serious legal risks. Telegram, a popular messaging app with personal channel management, is widely used for…

    channelcrypto
    2025-09-30 Create
    Telegram Bloggers’ Income to Rise 44% in 2025

    Telegram Bloggers’ Income to Rise 44% in 2025

    A study by Tribute platform reveals that Telegram bloggers’ income is expected to grow by 44% in 2025. Most notably, 74% of bloggers monetize their content via paid subscriptions to…

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    2025-09-30 Create
    Maria Zakharova Comments on France’s Request to Moldova to Censor Telegram Channels

    Maria Zakharova Comments on France’s Request to Moldova to Censor Telegram Channels

    Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, expressed no surprise at France’s demand for Moldova to censor Telegram channels ahead of the presidential election.  Zakharova criticized the West for…

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    2025-09-29 Create
    Elon Musk Reacts “Wow” to Pavel Durov’s Post on Moldova Telegram Channel Censorship

    Elon Musk Reacts “Wow” to Pavel Durov’s Post on Moldova Telegram Channel Censorship

    Elon Musk responded with the single word "Wow" to a post by Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, regarding censorship requests on Telegram channels ahead of Moldova’s presidential election.  Durov…

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    2025-09-29 Create
    Russia Paid Moldovan Orthodox Priests to Create Telegram Channels to Influence Voters Before Election

    Russia Paid Moldovan Orthodox Priests to Create Telegram Channels to Influence Voters Before Election

    Reuters reported that Russia financially supported Moldovan Orthodox priests, funding pilgrimages to Moscow and providing prepaid bank cards to them. In exchange, these priests were tasked with creating Telegram channels…

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    2025-09-28 Create
    Pavel Durov Refuses Moldova Request to Censor Telegram Channels Ahead of Election

    Pavel Durov Refuses Moldova Request to Censor Telegram Channels Ahead of Election

    Pavel Durov, Telegram’s founder, revealed that about a year ago, while stuck in Paris, he was approached through an intermediary by French intelligence requesting help to censor several Telegram channels…

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    2025-09-28 Create
    Russian Military Intelligence and Football Fans Create Telegram Bots to Recruit Saboteurs Abroad

    Russian Military Intelligence and Football Fans Create Telegram Bots to Recruit Saboteurs Abroad

    An investigation by Sistema revealed that Russia’s military intelligence agency, the GRU, in cooperation with the Espanyola football fan brigade fighting in Ukraine and neo-Nazi group Topaz, developed Telegram bots…

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    2025-09-26 Create
    Telegram Emerges as a Powerful Marketing Channel for Fintech Brands

    Telegram Emerges as a Powerful Marketing Channel for Fintech Brands

    Telegram, the cloud-based messaging and social media platform, is quickly becoming a strong but underutilized marketing channel for fintech and technology brands. With over 2.7 billion downloads and a monthly…

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    2025-09-26 Create
    Elabuga Launches Telegram Bot for Efficient Water Supply Service Requests

    Elabuga Launches Telegram Bot for Efficient Water Supply Service Requests

    Elabuga has launched a dedicated Telegram chatbot, "Elabuga Vodokanal," designed to streamline interactions between residents and the local water utility company, Vodokanal. Developed by JSC SEZ PPT "Alabuga," the bot…

    channelcustomer service
    2025-09-25 Create
    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.…

    AIcoin
    2025-09-25 Create
    Yandex Alice AI Network Integrates with Max and Telegram Messenger

    Yandex Alice AI Network Integrates with Max and Telegram Messenger

    Yandex’s Alice neural network, powered by the advanced YandexGPT 5.1 Pro model, has been integrated into popular messaging apps Max and Telegram Messenger, making its capabilities accessible to all users.…

    AIchannel
    2025-09-24 Create
    Telegram Evolves into Full-Fledged Media Platform in 2025, Expert Says

    Telegram Evolves into Full-Fledged Media Platform in 2025, Expert Says

    In 2025, Telegram has evolved from a simple messenger into a comprehensive media platform, with short videos emerging as the dominant format for audience engagement, according to expert Alexey Syrovegin…

    NewsRussia
    2025-09-24 Create
    Belarus Ministry of Internal Affairs Launches Telegram Bot for Reporting Violations

    Belarus Ministry of Internal Affairs Launches Telegram Bot for Reporting Violations

    The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Belarus is introducing a Telegram chatbot to simplify the process of reporting violations. Currently undergoing testing in Minsk, this bot will soon be available…

    NewsTelegram
    2025-09-23 Create
    Binance Co-founder CZ Denies Having Any Telegram Accounts, Praises Anti-Spam Efforts

    Binance Co-founder CZ Denies Having Any Telegram Accounts, Praises Anti-Spam Efforts

    Changpeng Zhao (CZ), co-founder of Binance, publicly denied having any Telegram accounts in response to a user’s query on X about the authenticity of accounts under his name. CZ explained…

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    2025-09-23 Create
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