Telegram Could Face Fines in Russia, State Media Reveal

The popular messaging platform Telegram could soon face significant fines in Russia, according to reports from state-controlled Russian media. The platform is reportedly facing up to 64 million roubles (about $820,000) in potential penalties as legal proceedings begin regarding alleged failures to remove content deemed illegal under Russian law. This development marks another chapter in the ongoing tensions between Russia’s authorities and technology companies that connect millions of users across the country and the world.