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Mobile Internet Outage in Russia Disrupts Telegram

On 10 December, residents of multiple Russian regions, including Krasnodar Krai, reported significant problems accessing mobile internet and a number of popular online services. Users complained about disruptions in the networks of major operators such as MTS, Megafon, Tele2 and Beeline. For MTS, around 16% of all outage reports came from Krasnodar Krai, while Megafon […]

Telegram Earns at Least $8.1 Million from UFC and Khabib Nurmagomedov Collaborations

In the final months of 2025, Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov sharply increased his visibility in the world of mixed martial arts, attending UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi, appearing in photos with fighters, and accepting an offer to walk middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev to the octagon as a cornerman. These efforts culminated in major […]

Telegram Shadow Communities Survive Only Seven Months on Average

Research by Kaspersky experts shows that shadow communities in Telegram have an average lifespan of only seven months, based on analysis of more than 800 channels blocked between 2021 and 2024. The short life cycle is linked to Telegram’s relatively strict moderation: while criminals still use bots to automate illicit activities like selling stolen accounts […]

Durov Says Telegram Has “In‑Principle” $300 Million Grok Distribution Deal

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov said he has reached a preliminary one‑year agreement with Elon Musk’s AI company xAI to distribute the Grok chatbot to Telegram’s more than 1 billion users. Under the arrangement, Telegram would receive a reported $300 million in a mix of cash and equity, and be entitled to 50% of subscription revenue […]

Yandex’s @pic Becomes Telegram’s Leading Content Bot

Yandex’s Telegram bot @pic has risen to the top of the popularity rankings among content bots in the messenger. Company representatives told Durov’s Code that @pic is now one of the most used inline tools for sending media directly from the message input field, without needing to add the bot to a chat. To use […]

Telegram Unveils UFC Mystery Box Gift Campaign with $100,000 Art Basel Promo

Telegram has launched a new campaign built around digital gifts themed on famous UFC fighters. As part of the promotion, the platform is holding a public auction where any user can bid for a UFC Mystery Box. Winners will receive a box containing a collectible gift linked to a well‑known UFC athlete, potentially including stars […]

Telegram Founder Slams EU Over X Fine and “Unworkable” Social Media Censorship Rules

Telegram founder Pavel Durov criticized the European Union after it announced a fine against the social media platform X for alleged violations of the Digital Services Act. Durov argued that the EU is setting “impossible rules” to punish technology companies that refuse to silently censor freedom of speech. He claimed this pattern had already appeared […]

Telegram Adds Passkey Login via Password Managers on iOS and Android

Telegram has rolled out support for passkey-based authentication in the stable versions of its iOS and Android apps. To enable the feature, users need to open Telegram’s Settings, go to the Privacy section, and select the new “Passkey” option. A passkey is a device-stored access key managed by password managers such as those from Google, […]

Legal Expert Warns of Penalties for Illegal Telegram Usernames in Russia

A Russian legal expert has warned that using an illegal or extremist-related nickname in Telegram can lead to serious administrative and even criminal penalties. Lawyer Mikhail Salkin told NEWS.ru that if a username is treated as public display of extremist symbols, a user may face a fine of 1,000–2,000 rubles, up to 15 days of […]

Putin: Telegram Is Used to Influence Youth

Russian President Vladimir Putin said in an interview with India Today that modern messengers, including Telegram, are actively used to shape the views and behavior of young people. According to him, the “new” factor today lies in technology: platforms like Telegram serve as channels to influence the youth environment, which makes it essential for the […]

    Telegram Bot Helps Detain 125 Drunk Drivers in Tatarstan Since 2025

    Telegram Bot Helps Detain 125 Drunk Drivers in Tatarstan Since 2025

    Since the beginning of 2025, a Telegram bot has played a crucial role in Tatarstan by helping authorities detain 125 drivers caught driving under the influence of alcohol. Alert citizens…

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    2025-10-09 Create
    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…

    channelEconomics
    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.…

    NewsPavel Durov
    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…

    NewsPavel Durov
    2025-10-08 Create
    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.…

    AIchannel
    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…

    channelmultiple
    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
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