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Telegram might be fully blocked in Russia. Question is, when will it happen?

Russian authorities are denying media reports of plans to fully block Telegram from 1 April, noting that no decisions have been made on the matter yet. For many Russians, this sounds like an indirect confirmation of further digital isolation and stricter Internet censorship.

Euronews

Russia moves to block WhatsApp after introducing Telegram restrictions

Critics and rights groups say the measures are a clear attempt by the Kremlin to expand surveillance and tighten control over internet use, amid a broad crackdown on dissent during the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Euronews

Telegram CEO condemns new restrictions in Russia as citizens turn to VPNs to bypass the blocks

Russia begins disrupting access to Telegram, but users are fighting back. Find out why VPN demand is spiking and what it means for the future of Russian internet censorship.

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Russia restricts Telegram over alleged law breaches as it supports state-backed rival

Russia's communications regulator Roskomnadzor said it would "continue to introduce phased restrictions" on Telegram over legal violations.

Euronews

Spain's Prime Minister hits back at Telegram founder Pavel Durov over 'lies' about internet law

The founder of Telegram forwarded a message through the app's official channel, disagreeing with the announcement to restrict algorithms.

Euronews

Spain hits back at Pavel Durov over mass Telegram post on social media ban plan

Founder’s extraordinary intervention has laid bare rising tensions between European governments and tech firms

The Guardian - UK

Newsletter: Macron edges Europe towards re-engaging Russia

Also in this newsletter: Latvian PM and Estonian President back EU envoy for Ukraine-Russia talks, and Brussels cautions member states over social media crackdowns.

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Chinese billionaire who has fathered more than 100 children hopes to have dozens of U.S.-born boys to one day take over his business

Xu Bo, the founder of one of China’s largest mobile gaming companies, is looking to have “50 high-quality sons” in the U.S. to take over his billion-dollar empire.

Fortune

Biography aims to fill gaps in story of ultra-libertarian Telegram founder Pavel Durov

Like many of his US counterparts, the Russian science prodigy turned hugely successful ‘digital populist’ has a deep suspicion of government constraint

The Guardian - UK

Candace Owens says Macrons ordered her assassination, but provides no evidence

Amid a defamation lawsuit against Candace Owens for claiming that the French First Lady is a man, the far-right commentator is now alleging that the Macrons want her dead.

Euronews

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Claims France and Macron Could Be Tied to Charlie Kirk's Shocking Death

Telegram chief Pavel Durov fuels controversy by suggesting France and President Macron could be linked to Charlie Kirk's killing. Here is how the claims escalated and why they have shaken global politics.

International Business Times UK

‘May I meet you?’ is just the latest in horrible dating advice from billionaires

Bill Ackman thinks his pickup line could aid population rates. Given the track record of the mega-rich, it may do the opposite

The Guardian - US

Anthony Scaramucci Says TON Token Offers Indirect Bet On Telegram's Ecosystem, Could Hit $10 In Contrarian Play Challenging Visa, PayPal

In an exclusive interview with Benzinga, SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci said investing in TON (CRYPTO: TON) represents an indirect bet on Telegram, since the messaging platform isn't publicly listed.

Benzinga

Iran’s "VPN mafia" blamed for delays on the lifting of Telegram ban – here's what we know

While reports suggested Iran is ready to lift the ban, Durov's platform remains restricted. An Iranian lawmaker said the VPN industry is to blame this time.

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Telegram Launches Cocoon: Decentralized AI Powered by TON Blockchain

Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, has announced a new initiative called Cocoon. It is a decentralised AI compute network built on the TON (The Open

Euronews

Putin's secret terror in Germany: How Russia recruits its agents, one click at a time

Russian intelligence services are using Telegram, among other social media platforms, to recruit so-called "low-level agents" in Germany for small acts of sabotage, surveillance or provocation. Even a simple click or like can put users on the radar of Moscow's intelligence agencies.

Benzinga

Block's CTO Says 'Perfect Code Doesn't Make A Great Product, Solving Real Problems Does' — Cites YouTube's Success Over Google Video

Block Inc.‘s (NYSE:XYZ) Chief Technology Officer Dhanji Prasanna challenged one of software engineering's core beliefs, arguing that clean, elegant code doesn't guarantee success in solving real problems for users.

Benzinga

Pavel Durov Recently Revealed That Bitcoin, Not Telegram, 'Funded' His Lifestyle And Helped Him Stay 'Afloat': 'I Believe In This Thing'

Telegram founder Pavel Durov has amassed a multibillion-dollar fortune, but few know it was largely made possible by his Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) investments.

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Benzinga

Telegram's Pavel Durov Once Lauded Bitcoin—So Why's He Warning Of A 'Dark Dystopian World' On His Birthday?

Telegram (CRYPTO: TON) founder Pavel Durov marked his 41st birthday with a somber message warning that governments are eroding online freedom through surveillance and censorship.

Benzinga

Weekend Round-Up: Ripple CTO Steps Back, Dogecoin Rises And Bitcoin's Million-Dollar Prediction

The past weekend was a rollercoaster ride in the world of cryptocurrencies. Ripple’s chief technology officer announced his retreat from daily company involvement, Dogecoin extended its winning streak, and Bitcoin received a million-dollar prediction.

Benzinga

Bitcoin Could Hit $1 Million Because 'Governments Keep Printing Money Like No Tomorrow', Telegram CEO Says

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov said Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could reach $1 million, pointing to fiat money printing and the cryptocurrency's fixed supply as BTC spiked to $116,500 on Wednesday morning.

Benzinga

Metaplanet Adds 25,555 BTC As Bitcoin Surges To $116,000

Metaplanet Inc. (OTCQX:MTPLF) has added over 5,000 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) to its growing treasury as BTC traded near $116,300 on Wednesday morning, breaking a key resistance trendline at the start of "Uptober."

Benzinga

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Reveals Secret To Hiring Top Engineers: Win A Coding Contest Or Forget It

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov says the key to building a world-class engineering team isn't traditional interviews, it's winning a coding contest.

Benzinga

Pavel Durov Alleges French Intelligence Pressured Him To Censor Moldovan Channels On Telegram In Exchange For Legal Favors During Election

On Sunday, Pavel Durov, the billionaire founder of Telegram, accused French intelligence of pressuring him to silence Moldovan voices on his platform in exchange for leniency in his ongoing court case in France.

The Independent UK

Chinese victims of online sexual abuse face uphill battle in finding justice

A Telegram channel that offered revenge porn and other non-consensual content of Chinese women has highlighted gaps in laws protecting victims of sexual abuse in China

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