Telegram Pushes Back on EU Surveillance

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Following his 2024 arrest in France, Durov warned that Telegram will exit jurisdictions rather than compromise user privacy. He criticized the EU’s 2025 proposal to monitor all chat messages, including encrypted communications, highlighting growing tensions between tech platforms and governments over free speech and encryption.

[JanEmil]

A true hero.

[EmTeam]

Durov’s stance shows Telegram would rather leave markets than sacrifice user privacy.

[Nahid Hossen]

The clash over EU chat monitoring highlights the deep tension between free speech and regulation.

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Durov staying firm on privacy — it’s rare to see a tech leader willing to put principles over profit. This fight will shape the future of digital freedom.