On August 24, 2024, French media reported the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov. He is accused of complicity in drug trafficking, crimes against children, and fraud due to the lack of moderation in the messenger and refusal to cooperate with French services.
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Elon Musk noted that the event "advertises the First Amendment" of free speech, and ironically stated that by 2030, people could be executed in Europe for liking a meme. Journalist Tucker Carlson also expressed regret that Durov, who left Russia, ended up in prison in the West.
In addition to the reaction of Elon Musk and Tucker Carlson, the arrest of Pavel Durov caused a wide resonance among entrepreneurs and public figures.
Many expressed concerns that such actions by the authorities could set a precedent for increased censorship in the digital space.
Industry representatives believe that this incident threatens freedom of speech and the right to anonymity on the Internet. They also discuss the possible impact of the arrest on the development of Durov's cryptocurrency project and the value of the NOT token, which fell sharply against the backdrop of these events.
The reactions continue to come in and the situation remains tense.
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