Telegram CEO criticizes arrest as TON climbs
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov recently shared his frustration with his community after being detained by French authorities. In a heartfelt message, he expressed his incomprehension over the situation, especially after he had cooperated transparently with the local administration.
Durov revealed that he was detained and interrogated for four days, an event that deeply shook him. He noted that French authorities appeared to hold him personally responsible for illegal acts committed by third parties on Telegram, a platform he runs but which cannot be directly linked to the abuse.
âUsing outdated laws, dating back to before the smartphone era, to accuse a CEO of the actions of third parties is a deeply flawed approach,â he said.
Despite the ordeal, Durov reaffirmed Telegramâs commitment to protecting its usersâ privacy, citing the pushback he has already faced in Russia and Iran. For him, itâs not about money, but about defending basic human rights, especially where they are violated.
Meanwhile, the price of Telegramâs associated crypto, TON, has seen a rise of around 4% over the past 24 hours. The rebound comes after several turbulences since Durovâs arrest, and some analysts believe his recent statements could further boost the market.
The situation remains in flux, and while Durov has not confirmed whether he has been released from France, the tone of his communication suggests a possible renewed confidence around the TON project.
