Telegram boss banned from leaving France in criminal probe

Published On Aug 28, 2024, 4:09 PM

Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, has been formally investigated in France due to links to organized crime involving the messaging app. Although he hasn't been arrested, he is under judicial supervision and must pay a deposit. The charges include complicity in enabling illicit transactions and failing to cooperate with authorities regarding criminal activities on the platform, such as distributing illegal content. This situation raises questions about the accountability of social media platforms and their owners. While Durov's lawyer maintains that Telegram complies with regulations, there are significant criticisms regarding its handling of criminal content.