Telegram has been disclosing user IPs since 2018, Durov says
Telegram’s disclosure process of IP addresses and phone numbers has been in place “long before last week,” CEO Pavel Durov declared. Go to Source
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Russian Expert Discusses End of Internet Anonymity With Passport-Based Access
A Russian digital services expert has predicted a future where passport-based identification for Internet access becomes the norm, citing a broader trend towards the de-anonymization of online spaces. His comments follow a move by Telegram to disclose user data during rule violation investigations, reflecting a significant shift in how anonymity is handled on the web. … Read more
Bitget predicts TON ‘de-Telegramization’ in the next 2 years
TON’s Toncoin cryptocurrency will “likely outperform” spot returns of Bitcoin in a bullish scenario in the coming years, Bitget predicted. Go to Source
Telegram’s Privacy Overhaul: IPs and Phone Numbers of Lawbreakers to Be Shared
After the arrest and subsequent release of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France, his Telegram channel shared that the messaging platform has updated its terms of service and privacy policy. According to these changes, the platform may disclose the IP addresses and phone numbers of users who violate laws or Telegram’s rules “to relevant authorities.” … Read more
USDT on TON chain surpasses $1 billion: Token Terminal
Tether’s stablecoin continues to dominate rivals, including Circe’s U.S. Dollar Coin (USDC). Go to Source
Pavel Durov Speaks Out Following Paris Arrest Over Telegram’s Legal Issues
Pavel Durov, founder and CEO of Telegram, made his first public statement after his arrest in Paris. He was questioned by French authorities for four days over claims that he could be held responsible for illegal activities of Telegram users. Durov expressed surprise, citing that Telegram has an official representative for such matters. He pledged … Read more
Durov announces disabling personal geolocation from Telegram
Telegram’s “people nearby” feature has been suspected of being a way for state authorities to locate and track dissidents. Go to Source
Telegram changes FAQ language on illegal content moderation after CEO’s arrest
Telegram altered the wording of its answer to an FAQ on moderating illicit content saying it’s unable to process requests for private chats. Go to Source
Pavel Durov breaks silence for first time since arrest
The Telegram founder is currently prohibited from leaving France and must check in with law enforcement on a weekly basis. Go to Source
South Korea Investigates Telegram Over Deepfake Crime Allegations
South Korean police are investigating Telegram for allegedly facilitating deepfake sex crimes. They plan to work with French investigators following the detention of Telegram founder Pavel Durov in France for similar investigations. “Telegram does not readily provide investigation data, such as account information, to us or other state investigative bodies, including those in the U.S.,” … Read more