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Cryptic message: why arrest Telegram’s founder?

The Intelligence from The Economist

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The Arrest of Pavel Durov: Implications for Telegram

This chapter examines the arrest of Telegram's founder, Pavel Durov, in Paris and its implications for the platform and its users. It discusses the surrounding allegations, including issues of content moderation and free speech, particularly in relation to Telegram's role during the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The narrative highlights the broader concerns for messaging services in light of government pressures and potential changes to content regulation.

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