Telegram is testing a new built-in feature called Emoji Stake, which functions similarly to an online casino, according to Durov’s Code. The feature was first discovered in late December 2025 through code analysis but is still under testing and not yet publicly available.

Emoji Stake will allow users to place bets using TON, Telegram’s native cryptocurrency, and perform simple gambling actions such as rolling dice to determine outcomes. The discovery suggests Telegram may be expanding its range of blockchain-based entertainment tools, integrating gaming and financial transactions directly into the platform.

While details about launch dates and accessibility remain unknown, the feature points toward Telegram’s wider strategy of blending communication, finance, and social gaming.

source: kod

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