EU Investigates Telegram Over User Numbers Compliance

Aug 29, 2024, 02:30 AM

The European Commission has initiated a technical investigation into Telegram, focusing on the messaging app's compliance with the EU's Digital Services Act (DSA). The probe is reportedly centered on allegations that Telegram has underreported its user numbers within the EU, potentially to circumvent the stringent regulations applicable to large online platforms. This investigation, as reported by the Financial Times, adds to the mounting pressure on Telegram to adhere to digital rules set by the European Union.