Telegram Web Updates Amid CEO's Legal Troubles
Telegram Web Adjustments After CEO's Arrest
In a recent announcement on Telegram, founder and CEO Pavel Durov revealed a proactive shift for the app in light of his arrest in France. Following the app's user surge to 950 million, Durov acknowledged that this growth facilitated criminal exploitation. To address this concern, Telegram has disabled certain outdated features, specifically focusing on its built-in blog posts and the 'People Nearby' location feature.
Changes Implemented by Telegram
- Disabling new media uploads to the Telegraph blogging tool due to misuse by anonymous users.
- Removal of the People Nearby feature, which faced widespread fraud concerns, to be replaced by 'Businesses Nearby' for verified businesses.
- Modifications in messaging to enhance moderation efforts significantly.
Durov highlighted that while the vast majority of Telegram users contribute positively, a small fraction creates a negative perception of the platform, thus driving the changes to create a safer user environment.
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