France Lifts Travel Ban on Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Amid Investigation

France has ended its travel ban on Telegram founder Pavel Durov, easing judicial controls while maintaining an active investigation into the platform’s alleged involvement in criminal online content. Officials say Durov has complied fully with supervision measures over the past year
Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Slams France Over ‘Absurd’ Arrest and Charges in 2024

Telegram founder Pavel Durov has labeled his 2024 arrest in France a “mistake,” criticizing authorities for legal overreach and stressing the platform’s compliance with regulations, while still facing ongoing charges and judicial supervision in Paris
France Blocks Telegram Founder Pavel Durov’s U.S. Travel Request

French authorities have denied a travel request by Telegram founder Pavel Durov to visit the United States for business discussions with investment funds, prosecutors confirmed Thursday, citing the lack of urgency and justification for the trip. The 40-year-old Russian-born tech entrepreneur, who is currently under formal investigation in France over the spread of illegal content […]
Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Granted Temporary Leave from France Amid Legal Battle

The Russian-born tech entrepreneur has reportedly traveled to Dubai after a French court approved his temporary departure on March 15. Durov’s legal troubles began in August 2024 when he was arrested at Le Bourget Airport near Paris
Telegram Increased Data Sharing with France After Founder’s Arrest

The shift came after the platform’s founder, Pavel Durov, was arrested in Paris and charged with multiple offenses, including alleged negligence in controlling criminal content on the platform
Telegram finally adds group video calling!

The protracted delay for group video calling to arrive at Telegram is over. With the latest edition of Telegram’s iOS, Android, and desktop applications, users can wear around their community voice chats into video conference calls. You have the choice to pin someone’s video feed to your web so that they keep upfront and center […]