Russians have flooded complaints about WhatsApp outages once again, with Roskomnadzor hinting at a full block in Russia. Sources tell RBK that since December 22, the messenger’s speed has dropped by 70-80%, but telecom operators aren’t to blame.

MSK1.RU consulted experts on what’s next: Will Telegram face a ban like WhatsApp, and where will people chat? Political analyst Konstantin Kalachev, head of the Political Expert Group, says Telegram’s future depends entirely on founder Pavel Durov. If the entrepreneur engages with Russian authorities, the app should continue operating. This comes amid escalating tensions over messaging services, as regulators throttle access without direct carrier involvement, raising questions about reliable communication alternatives in the country.

source: ngs

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