Telegram (software)
Some of the key events about Telegram (software)
- 2013Launched as a cloud-based instant messaging service with a focus on speed and security
- 2013Concerns raised over Telegram's encryption claims and security practices
- 2014Introduced end-to-end encryption for Secret Chats
- 2015Released a public API for third-party developers to create bots
- 2015Telegram criticized for not taking sufficient action against ISIS propaganda channels
- 2016Reached 100 million monthly active users
- 2017Introduced voice calls with end-to-end encryption
- 2017Telegram accused of being used to coordinate terrorist attacks in Russia
- 2018Launched Telegram Passport for secure identity verification
- 2018Telegram blocked in Russia due to refusal to provide encryption keys to authorities
- 2018Apple temporarily removed Telegram from App Store due to distribution of child pornography
- 2019Added support for group video calls
- 2019Telegram's planned cryptocurrency project TON faced regulatory challenges and was ultimately abandoned
- 2020Reached 400 million monthly active users
- 2020Telegram sued by SEC for conducting an unregistered digital token offering
- 2021Introduced Payments 2.0, allowing seamless payments within the app
- 2021Telegram used to spread misinformation and organize violent protests in various countries
- 2022Launched Premium subscription with additional features and increased limits
- 2022Telegram criticized for allowing Russian state media to continue operating on its platform during Ukraine invasion
- 2023Telegram faced scrutiny for inadequate content moderation and spread of extremist content
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