🚀 Medial Secures Investment on Shark Tank India - Fueling the Future of Professional Social Networking. 🔥

Startup Showcase

Premium Content

Try our Valuation Calculator →

News on Medial

Telegram Under Lens Over Alleged Betting & Extortion On The Platform: Report

Inc42 · 10m ago

Telegram Under Lens Over Alleged Betting & Extortion On The Platform: Report

The Indian government's Inter-Ministerial Committee (I4C) is investigating the messaging app Telegram over allegations of extortion and gambling. This inquiry follows the recent arrest of Telegram's CEO, Pavel Durov, at the Paris airport on charges of facilitating criminal activities such as money laundering and drug trafficking. Telegram has responded to these allegations by stating that it is unreasonable to hold the platform or its owner accountable for the misuse of the app.

Related News

Telegram CEO’s arrest: Did messaging platform become a petri dish in India for financial frauds, exam scams, and more? | Mint

Livemint

Livemint · 10m ago

Telegram CEO’s arrest: Did messaging platform become a petri dish in India for financial frauds, exam scams, and more? | Mint

Telegram, a popular messaging app, is facing scrutiny in India for its alleged involvement in criminal activities. It has become a platform for distributing leaked exam papers, child pornography, stock price manipulation, and extortion. The CEO of Telegram, Pavel Durov, was recently detained in France for not adequately addressing these issues on the platform. The investigation into Durov involves allegations of illicit transactions, child pornography, fraud, and failure to cooperate with authorities. With 950 million users, Telegram's role in scams and fraud in India has raised concerns about content moderation and law enforcement challenges.

Star Health Suffers Mega Data Breach, Medical Records Of Over 31 Mn Customers Up For Sale On Telegram

Inc42 · 9m ago

Star Health Suffers Mega Data Breach, Medical Records Of Over 31 Mn Customers Up For Sale On Telegram

Personal data of Star Health customers, including sensitive information like medical history, test results, and tax details, has been found available for download on Telegram. This incident has raised concerns over the security of users' data. Recently, Telegram faced criticism when its CEO, Pavel Durov, was arrested in France for allegations of facilitating illicit activities on the platform. The Indian government has also accused Telegram of enabling extortion and gambling activities.

Indian govt probes Telegram as CEO Pavel Durov arrested in France, potential ban looms: Report

Internet

Internet · 10m ago

Indian govt probes Telegram as CEO Pavel Durov arrested in France, potential ban looms: Report

The Indian government is investigating Telegram over concerns of its use in criminal activities, including extortion and gambling. This follows the arrest of Telegram's CEO, Pavel Durov, in Paris on August 24. The probe, led by the Ministry of Home Affairs and MeitY, could lead to a potential ban on the app in India depending on the investigation's outcome.

EaseMyTrip CEO Nishant Pitti Under ED Scanner in Mahadev App Probe

StartupTalky

StartupTalky · 1m ago

EaseMyTrip CEO Nishant Pitti Under ED Scanner in Mahadev App Probe

EaseMyTrip CEO Nishant Pitti is under investigation by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for alleged involvement in the Mahadev betting scam. The ED suspects Pitti's collaboration in manipulating stock prices of listed companies using proceeds from illegal betting activities linked to the Mahadev app. The agency retrieved INR 7 lakh from Pitti's residence, deemed as potential proceeds of crime. Despite refuting the allegations, digital evidence reportedly links Pitti to the betting operations.

Telegram becomes free speech flashpoint after founder Pavel Durov's arrest

Economic Times

Economic Times · 10m ago

Telegram becomes free speech flashpoint after founder Pavel Durov's arrest

Telegram, a popular messaging platform with over 900 million users, has faced controversy due to its commitment to free speech, which has allowed for the spread of harmful content. Reports emerged that Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, was arrested in France on charges related to illicit material on the service. This incident has sparked a debate on free speech and government oversight of online content. Telegram has been under scrutiny for its use by terrorist organizations and extremist groups. Concerns about censorship and regulation of online speech have been increasing worldwide.

WhatsApp tops cyber scam charts: Over 43,000 complaints in 2024’s first quarter, report | Mint

Livemint

Livemint · 6m ago

WhatsApp tops cyber scam charts: Over 43,000 complaints in 2024’s first quarter, report | Mint

WhatsApp, a platform owned by Meta, has been highlighted as a significant medium for online scams, alongside Telegram and Instagram, as per the Union Home Ministry report. In the first quarter of 2024 alone, there were 43,797 complaints against WhatsApp, 22,680 against Telegram, and 19,800 against Instagram for cyber fraud. The report emphasizes the role of Google's services, including its ad platform, in facilitating scams, particularly targeting vulnerable groups through investment frauds like the "Pig Butchering Scam."

Australia fines Telegram for delay in answering child abuse, terror questions

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4m ago

Australia fines Telegram for delay in answering child abuse, terror questions

Australia fined Telegram A$1 million for delaying responses regarding measures to combat child abuse and extremist content. The e-Safety Commission had requested information in March 2024 from several social media platforms, including Telegram, to combat misuse by extremists. Telegram submitted responses five months late, hindering eSafety's efforts. The fine highlights the importance of compliance with Australian laws for transparency. Telegram's founder faces scrutiny over the app's alleged illegal use, further pressuring tech firms to ensure accountability.

Telegram could face greater EU scrutiny

Economic Times

Economic Times · 10m ago

Telegram could face greater EU scrutiny

The European Commission is investigating whether messaging app Telegram has more users in the EU than it claims, which would subject it to stricter digital rules. The probe comes as the platform's founder, Pavel Durov, faces criminal charges in France related to extremist and illegal content on the platform. Under the Digital Services Act, platforms with at least 45 million monthly active users in the EU must comply with additional regulations. Telegram previously stated it had 41 million users in the EU, but has refused to provide updated figures. If found to have over 45 million users, Telegram could face fines and other sanctions.

Telegram bans 2,114 groups, channels related to child abuse

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Telegram bans 2,114 groups, channels related to child abuse

Telegram Bans 2,114 Groups, Channels Related to Child Abuse on October 6 Telegram, the messaging app, has banned 2,114 groups and channels linked to child abuse on October 6. The move comes after a series of investigations by various law enforcement agencies worldwide that revealed the presence of illegal content on the platform. Telegram has been under scrutiny for its role in hosting such content, prompting the company to take strict action against these groups and channels to ensure the safety of its users, particularly children.

Criminal networks in Southeast Asia flourish in Telegram's 'underground markets': UN

Economic Times

Economic Times · 9m ago

Criminal networks in Southeast Asia flourish in Telegram's 'underground markets': UN

1. Criminal networks in Southeast Asia are extensively using the messaging app Telegram for large-scale illicit activities, according to a report by the UNODC. 2. The app has sprawling channels with little moderation, allowing open trading of hacked data, including credit card details and passwords. 3. Tools for cybercrime, such as deepfake software and data-stealing malware, are widely sold on Telegram, along with unlicensed cryptocurrency exchanges offering money laundering services. 4. The report states evidence of underground data markets moving to Telegram and vendors actively targeting transnational organized crime groups in Southeast Asia. 5. Southeast Asia has become a major hub for a multibillion-dollar industry that targets victims worldwide with fraudulent schemes, generating billions of dollars annually. 6. Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, has been charged with allowing criminal activity on the platform, raising questions about app providers' criminal liability and freedom of speech.

Trackers

Active Indian VC’s

OG Capital Email

With a hands-on approach, OG Capital aims to invest in over 20 promising...

Accel Partners Email

Early and growth-stage investments in disruptive technology companies with...

Early-stage venture capital firm investing in technology startups in India. Focus on...

Access All Trackers

Startup Showcase Winners

June 2025

Helping your parents when you are miles away

The Pit Stop Your Cravings Deserve

The next generation E-commerce platform

Enter Ongoing Startup Showcase

Top Users

Trending News on Medial

Railways launches RailOne Super A ...

30 Startups To Watch: Startups Th ...

All In Capital launches The Eleva ...

Download the medial app to read full posts, comements and news.