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…
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.,”…
The United Nations has expressed serious concerns about the arrest and charges against Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, citing potential human rights issues. A U.N. spokeswoman called for adherence to international human rights standards, emphasizing the need for legality and proportionality in regulating social media platforms. United Nations Raises Human Rights Concerns Over Arrest of…
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov was reportedly unaware of an arrest warrant issued against him in France, according to a source from the Paris prosecutor’s office. The French investigation was not linked to any U.S. actions. Neither President Emmanuel Macron nor the French foreign ministry were informed in advance of Durov’s arrest or presence in France….
The Russian government has warned France that pursuing criminal charges against Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, could be considered “political persecution.” Durov, a Russian-born French citizen, was detained in Paris for allegedly failing to control illegal content on the messaging platform. He was released on bail but must stay in France and report regularly…
August 29, 2024 at 07:44 AM GST 2 mins read News Telegram founder Pavel Durov is under investigation in France, facing charges related to facilitating illegal gang transactions. Durov remains in France under judicial supervision, with a $5.56M bail, reporting to the police twice weekly. The investigation into Durov highlights concerns over Telegram’s role in…
Telegram’s founder and CEO, Pavel Durov, is still in hot water in France, facing multiple criminal charges linked to activities on his messaging platform. The French court reportedly set his bail at €5 million, and he’s now prohibited from leaving the country. French Authorities Charge Telegram CEO Durov After Durov was taken into custody last…
Telegram founder Pavel Durov has been taken to court following his arrest and detention in police custody for 96 hours. According to France 24, police transferred Durov to court as the four-day timeline for authorities to hold an individual before presenting them in court elapsed on Wednesday, August 28. The Telegram founder had been at…
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has requested consular services for Telegram CEO Pavel Durov following his arrest in Paris for alleged cybercrimes. France is investigating Durov for enabling illegal activities through Telegram. Russia has similarly sought to protect Durov’s rights, but France has been described as uncooperative. Telegram denies any wrongdoing, defending its moderation practices…
Emmanuel Macron, President of France, has disregarded what he qualified as “false information” regarding the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov. In a social media post, Macron stressed that the arrest was part of an investigation carried out by the judiciary and that it was “in no way a political decision,” as some reports claimed….
French prosecutors have announced that an investigative judge extended the police custody of Pavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, on Monday evening for up to 48 hours. After that, French authorities must either release or charge him. Durov was detained on Saturday at Le Bourget airport amid a judicial investigation launched last month concerning 12 alleged…
The Russian Foreign Ministry has disclosed that its embassy in France has sought clarification on the detention of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov. The embassy stated that it aims to protect his rights, but France has been uncooperative. Durov’s arrest has sparked controversy, with Russian officials labeling him a political prisoner. Russia Seeks Answers on Telegram…
After Telegram CEO and founder Pavel Durov was arrested by French authorities over the weekend, more details have emerged that shed light on the reason for his apprehension. On July 8, a judicial investigation was opened against “a person unnamed” on charges related to complicity with various offenses committed using Durov’s messaging app, including money…
Pavlovski expressed his hope for Pavel Durov’s quick release. He remained tight-lipped about his present location and the nation he had departed from. Following the arrest of Pavel Durov, CEO of the encrypted messaging service Telegram, the creator and chief executive officer of Rumble, a competitor to YouTube that claims to be “immune to cancel…
Chris Pavlovski, founder and CEO of Rumble, an independent online video platform, has reported that he left Europe after the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov. Pavlovski criticized the measures taken against Durov, stating that France had “crossed a red line” by arresting him for not censoring speech. “Rumble will not stand for this behavior…
Justin Sun proposed a ‘FreePavel DAO’ to fund Telegram CEO Durov’s legal defense using decentralized crowdfunding. Telegram CEO Pavel Durov was detained in France, with no formal charges, prompting industry-wide support. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin warned Durov’s arrest could threaten user privacy and communication freedom in Europe. Telegram CEO Pavel Durov was detained by French…
The TON community has reaffirmed its commitment to freedom of speech and decentralization, showing strong support for Telegram founder Pavel Durov following his arrest in France. The community emphasized Durov’s dedication to an open internet and called for collective resilience among its members. TON Community Issues Statement After Pavel Durov’s Arrest The TON community issued…
The price of cryptocurrency Toncoin (TON) has experienced a steep decline following reports of the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov. Toncoin has been one of the best-performing digital assets in 2024, however, the altcoin has faced a rather turbulent period in the last two months. Toncoin Reacts To Telegram CEO’s Detention According to French…
Pavel Durov, founder and CEO of Telegram, has reportedly been arrested at Le Bourget airport in France under a search warrant issued by the French judicial police. The arrest follows accusations that Telegram facilitates crimes like drug trafficking and fraud due to its anonymity features. Durov faces serious charges, including terrorism and narcotics trafficking. Telegram…