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Pavel Durov: Telegram founder says France arrest is ‘misguided’

Russian-born billionaire detained last month in France denies app is ‘anarchic paradise’

The Guardian - AU

Telegram Chief Durov Blasts 'Surprising' And 'Misguided' French Charges

Telegram founder and chief executive Pavel Durov on Thursday hit out at France for arresting and charging him last month over the publication of extremist and illegal content on the popular messaging app.

International Business Times

Citizen Musk: Will Brazil's ban on X mark a turning point for tech giants?

First the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov, now the ban on Twitter in Brazil. After years of making outrage and tribalism their business model, are tech titans getting their comeuppance? In this edition, we ask about the almighty showdown between the billionaire owner of the social media platform now…

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Telegram’s collision course: inside the 6 September Guardian Weekly

Could social networks be criminally liable for illegal content? Plus: Tony Blair’s top leadership tips

The Guardian - UK

The Soft Totalitarianism of the Political Class

Officials pursue an anti-liberty agenda through unofficial pressure and foreign regulators.

Reason

Russia Orders French Researcher Kept In Jail As Trial Starts

A Moscow court on Tuesday ordered a French researcher accused of breaching Russia's "foreign agent" law be held in jail until February next year, at the start of a trial that comes amid tensions between Russia and the West over the Ukraine conflict.

International Business Times

Telegram’s financials show huge crypto business inside a loss-making company

The financials, filed in the British Virgin Islands, show revenue of only $342 million and a net loss of $259 million in 2023.

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Russians Fear Loss Of 'Main Information Source' After Arrest of Telegram Founder

Kremlin officials and public worry that France's arrest of Telegram chief Pavel Durov could deprive them of one of the last sources of critical, uncensored news.

International Business Times

Kam & Tim Vs. Don & James, French PM needed, Telegram CEO arrested in Paris, Oasis comeback

It’s been a week that’s seen the first sit-down interview for Kamala Harris as US Presidentialcontender. After a headline grabbing summer where she’s dominated the American media landscape, we look at the reinvention of Kamala: from gaff-prone Veep to self-assured and highly polished campaign candidate. We’ll also look at Donald…

France 24

Don’t rejoice yet, Elon Musk and his tech bros-in-arms are winning the global battle for the truth

The banning of X in Brazil and the arrest of Telegram boss Pavel Durov won’t stop their lies

The Guardian - UK

Telegram's CEO faces criminal charges – how will this affect users' privacy?

Pavel Durov has now been released but is still under investigation for allegedly allowing criminal activity on the platform.

TechRadar

‘Internet prophet’: arrest of Telegram CEO could strengthen heroic image

Pavel Durov will probably use French legal disputes to position himself as a champion of free speech, say observers

The Guardian - UK

Will the CEO's arrest mean the end of Telegram? 3 alternatives to the secure messaging app

Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, has been arrested as part of an investigation, with some charges related to indecent images of children.

Tom’s Guide

Elon Musk is out of control. Here is how to rein him in

He may be the richest man in the world – but that doesn’t mean we’re powerless to stop him

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French Prosecutors Request More Information On Pavel Durov Allegations

French prosecutors investigate allegations of violence against Telegram founder Pavel Durov, leading to his arrest in Paris and subsequent release on bail.

International Business Times

Macron Defends Move To Give Telegram's Durov French Passport

President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday defended a decision to grant French nationality to Telegram chief Pavel Durov, who faces a possible trial related to illegal content carried on his popular messaging app.

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International Business Times

The Man With Four Passports: Durov's International Network

The arrest and charging by France of Telegram founder Pavel Durov has thrown a spotlight on the international connections of a man with at least four passports and high-level contacts but who has also aroused the attention of security agencies around the world.

Evening Standard

Tech titans defy calls for stricter social media moderation amid global controversies

From censorship controversies to court battles over viral challenges, the fight over online content control is heating up

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: the Democrat ticket’s first major interview of the campaign

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and running mate Tim Walz sat down with CNN’s Dana Bash in a pre-recorded interview that airs Thursday night. Plus: peacocks in Scotland.

Radio France Internationale

Who is Pavel Durov, the enigmatic French-Russian boss of Telegram?

Pavel Durov, CEO of messaging service Telegram, is a tech titan known for his fierce defence of privacy and free speech. Recently released from French police custody after four days of questioning over Telegram's alleged misuse, Russian-born Durov – a naturalised French citizen known as "Paul Du Rove" in France…

International Business Times

Why Telegram Chief's Arrest Raises 'Red Flags' For Tech Bosses

Now that France has charged Telegram's founder with failing to stop illegal activity on his platform, other tech bosses may have reason to weigh the wisdom of jetting into Europe themselves.

Reason

Backpage's Michael Lacey Gets 5-Year Sentence

Plus: New York authorities set seized weed on fire, Pavel Durov charged by French authorities, and more...

International Business Times

Not So Free: Toncoin Climbs Despite Concerns Over Telegram CEO's France Case

Pavel Durov is now free from French custody, but he cannot leave France and must report twice a week to French authorities – some observers argued this is not true freedom.

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