Telegram CEO Pavel Durov’s arrest has worrying implications for crypto
Crypto community members fear that Durov’s arrest may lead to stricter controls on decentralized technology. Go to Source
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Russia Seeks Clarification From France on Telegram CEO Pavel Durov’s Arrest
The Russian Foreign Ministry has disclosed that its embassy in France has sought clarification on the detention of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov. The embassy stated that it aims to protect his rights, but France has been uncooperative. Durov’s arrest has sparked controversy, with Russian officials labeling him a political prisoner. Russia Seeks Answers on Telegram … Read more
Cyberattacks target French government websites: Report
French authorities have come under fire from free speech activists and the crypto community after arresting Telegram founder Pavel Durov. Go to Source
Telegram is under investigation in India: Report
India has an estimated 104 million Telegram users, according to World Population Review, and represents the platform’s largest user base globally. Go to Source
French authorities can hold Pavel Durov until Aug. 28
Prosecutors announced that the arrest was part of an investigation into an unnamed individual over cryptology services and complicity with illicit activities. Go to Source
France’s Macron denies Pavel Durov arrest was ‘political’
The Telegram founder was arrested at Le Bourget airport north of Paris on Aug. 24. Go to Source
Rumble CEO Leaves Europe After Pavel Durov’s Arrest
Chris Pavlovski, founder and CEO of Rumble, an independent online video platform, has reported that he left Europe after the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov. Pavlovski criticized the measures taken against Durov, stating that France had “crossed a red line” by arresting him for not censoring speech. “Rumble will not stand for this behavior … Read more
Rumble boss says he ‘departed’ from Europe after Telegram CEO arrest
Rumble founder and CEO Chris Pavlovski says he “departed from Europe” after French police arrested Telegram’s CEO and the country “threatened” the video-sharing site. Go to Source
TON Community Backs Telegram Founder Durov — Reaffirms Commitment to Decentralization
The TON community has reaffirmed its commitment to freedom of speech and decentralization, showing strong support for Telegram founder Pavel Durov following his arrest in France. The community emphasized Durov’s dedication to an open internet and called for collective resilience among its members. TON Community Issues Statement After Pavel Durov’s Arrest The TON community issued … Read more
Telegram issues official statement on Pavel Durov detention
The Telegram team disputes reports that Durov had reason to avoid traveling within Europe. Go to Source
