Telegram, known for its commitment to privacy, surprised its users by announcing that it would now share IP addresses and phone numbers with legal authorities. This decision aims to strengthen security, but it raises many questions. What does this change mean for loyal users of the platform?
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Data sharing in the name of security
Telegram, once a bastion of privacy, has decided to share IP addresses and phone numbers with law enforcement. Telegram CEO Pavel Durov announced the move following global pressure to strengthen security.
Durov mentioned that this change aims to make the platform more secure. Telegram also increased its team of moderators and introduced artificial intelligence tools to detect and remove illegal content. “All problematic content that we identified in the research is no longer available,” Durov said.
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Done with Telegram?
This new direction could mark the end of Telegram as we know it. Long seen as a secure alternative to apps like WhatsApp, Telegram was known for offering a certain level of anonymity, conducive to illegal activity.
Privacy advocates are skeptical and concerned about these new measures. Moderation of private groups, for example, relies primarily on user reports, potentially leaving the door open for unchecked illicit activity.
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| 🔍 Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| 🔐 Privacy | Sharing IP addresses and phone numbers |
| 🚨 Security | Strengthening moderation teams |
| 🕵️♂️ Legal investigations | Increased cooperation with authorities |
| 🗣️ Reactions | User skepticism and concern |
User reactions
Telegram users are torn between the need for security and the loss of privacy. Some see these measures as a betrayal of the founding principles of the platform.
- Sharing personal data with authorities
- Strengthening moderation with AI
- User concerns and skepticism
Others believe that these measures were inevitable to avoid a ban in certain countries. The discussions are lively, and many are wondering about the future of the platform.
Could Telegram lose its loyal users because of these new measures? Are users willing to sacrifice some privacy for more security?
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