Telegram is testing a new user-funded SMS verification system in Russia, where users can send verification codes to each other. The company has begun a phased roll-out of this feature, allowing users with Russian phone numbers to participate in the testing. The system enables users to send verification codes through their devices, with the cost borne by the users themselves.

Additionally, Telegram is considering implementing its peer-to-peer login program, which was first introduced in select countries in early 2024. According to “Durov’s Code,” the testing is specifically being conducted among Russian users, marking a significant shift in how the messaging platform handles user authentication in the country.

source: kod

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