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Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Detained in France Amid Serious Criminal Allegations

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Ridgewood NJ, French authorities have detained Pavel Durov, the founder of the popular messaging app Telegram. Durov, who has been a prominent figure in the tech world, is now facing serious charges that could have far-reaching implications for the future of online privacy and digital communication. According to reports from French media outlet TF1, with confirmations from Reuters and CNN, the charges against Durov include abetting terrorism, fraud, money laundering, and crimes against children. These charges are reportedly linked to what authorities describe as a “near-total lack of moderation” on the Telegram platform.

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