Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Charged With Wide Range of Crimes in France

Published On Aug 28, 2024, 4:00 PM

Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, was charged in France with various crimes related to the platform's failure to prevent illicit activities, such as drug trafficking and child exploitation. The charges included not cooperating with law enforcement and managing a site that facilitates illegal transactions. He has been released on a $5.5 million bail but is required to report to authorities regularly. This case marks a significant legal precedent as it holds a tech executive personally responsible for platform misuse.