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Telegram Increased User Data Submission to French Authorities Following Founder’s Arrest

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Telegram Increased User Data Submission to French Authorities Following Founder’s Arrest

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  • Messaging service **Telegram** reported a substantial increase in user data handed over to **French authorities** after founder **Pavel Durov's** arrest.
  • Data figures revealed that in the second half of **2024**, requests surged to **673** in the last quarter compared to just **four** in Q1.
  • Overall, **2,072 users** had their information impacted, predominantly in the **fourth quarter**, indicating a significant shift in compliance.
  • Durov, arrested in **August 2024**, faced multiple charges related to the platform's handling of criminal content, leading to increased cooperation with investigators.
  • Despite the arrest, Telegram updated its moderation policies to enhance collaboration with judicial requests from France and other nations.

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