INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Telegram, the messaging platform known for its strict privacy measures, has undergone a significant transformation in its data protection
Durov faced charges related to facilitating criminal activities on the platform, including child exploitation and drug trafficking.French
update to its privacy policy
to Rethink Data Protection Policies
This approach aims to balance deterring criminal abuse and maintaining user privacy.To ensure transparency, Telegram will publish quarterly
reports detailing instances of user data disclosure
The platform has also implemented new moderation measures, using AI and human moderators to conceal problematic content from search
Those in countries with authoritarian regimes may worry about government access to their data.Long-time users might reconsider their use of
relationship with authorities worldwide
The platform had previously resisted government pressure, including attempts by Russia to block the app in 2018.In addition, as Telegram
and growth trajectory remains uncertain
Potential changes in the messaging app ecosystem may occur as users reassess their options.This policy overhaul underscores the complex
challenges facing encrypted messaging apps in navigating global regulations while maintaining user trust.It serves as a reminder of the
delicate balance between privacy protection and law enforcement cooperation in the digital age.
