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First major policy change announced by Telegram in response to allegations by end of 2025
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Increased Moderation • 25%
End-to-End Encryption Adjustments • 25%
User Reporting Enhancements • 25%
Other • 25%
Official announcements from Telegram or updates on their platform policy page
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Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Charged in France After 10 Hours of Questioning Over Organized Crime Allegations
Jan 18, 2025, 11:36 AM
Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, is facing charges in France related to enabling organized crime through his messaging platform. During a lengthy questioning session with magistrates, Durov expressed his awareness of the seriousness of the allegations and stated he was 'disgusted in a personal capacity' by the accusations. He has denied promoting criminal activities on Telegram and has committed to improving moderation on the platform. Durov acknowledged the gravity of the issues raised against Telegram, describing past abuses as 'disgusting.'
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Develop in-house moderation tools • 25%
Revert to less moderation • 25%
No further changes • 25%
Partner with more organizations • 25%
No significant change • 25%
Enhanced encryption features • 25%
Increased data sharing with authorities • 25%
Other privacy changes • 25%
Increased cooperation • 25%
Same level of cooperation • 25%
Decreased cooperation • 25%
No cooperation • 25%
Blocking Telegram in Russia • 25%
No retaliation • 25%
Diplomatic measures • 25%
Sanctions against EU tech companies • 25%
