A shocking development has occurred in Paris, France as Pavel Durov, the CEO of Telegram, was arrested by French police at Le Bourget airport. Allegedly arriving from Azerbaijan on his private jet, Durov was detained due to a warrant for not preventing criminal activities on the messaging app.
Expected to appear in court soon, the Russian-born entrepreneur faces charges related to fraud, drug trafficking, cyberbullying, and promoting terrorism. Known for its focus on privacy, Telegram competes with social media giants like Facebook and WhatsApp.
After fleeing Russia in 2014, Durov’s platform has become crucial for uncensored communication, especially during the Ukraine conflict. Russia is now exploring options to address Durov’s arrest, highlighting the significance of Telegram in the country.
This arrest highlights the ongoing battle between privacy and security on social media platforms, leaving many to wonder about the future of Telegram and its controversial founder.