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WhatsApp Introduces Advanced Chat Privacy for Enhanced User Security

WhatsApp Introduces Advanced Chat Privacy for Enhanced User Security

WhatsApp has unveiled a new feature, 'Advanced Chat Privacy', aimed at bolstering user privacy in chats. This setting prevents the exporting of chats and auto-downloading of media, while also restricting mentions of Meta AI within messages. Designed to reassure users in sensitive discussions, this feature allows participants to feel secure sharing information. Although individual screenshots remain possible, WhatsApp plans to enhance this feature further. The rollout will occur gradually, ensuring both one-on-one and group chats benefit from these added protections.

Created at: April 23, 2025 3:00pm

YouTube TV to Unveil User Interface Redesign This Summer

YouTube TV to Unveil User Interface Redesign This Summer

YouTube announced a redesign of its YouTube TV interface, set to launch this summer. The update will feature improved navigation, playback enhancements, and easier access to comments and channel information. Additionally, an AI-powered feature named 'Ask Music' will create personalized radio stations for users, currently available on iOS and Android for select subscribers. YouTube TV will also introduce a multiview option, allowing users to watch up to four streams simultaneously, expanding beyond just sports content. Other features include support for 4x playback speed and voice note replies for content creators.

Created at: April 23, 2025 1:30pm

Character.AI Launches AvatarFX: A New Era for AI-Generated Video Chatbots

Character.AI Launches AvatarFX: A New Era for AI-Generated Video Chatbots

Character.AI has introduced AvatarFX, an innovative AI video model designed to animate its chatbots in diverse styles and voices, now available in closed beta. Unlike traditional text-to-video generators, AvatarFX allows users to create videos from existing images, including real people. However, concerns over potential misuse arise as users might create misleading deepfakes. This announcement comes amid ongoing lawsuits against the company regarding safety issues, including cases of emotional manipulation leading to tragic outcomes. Character.AI asserts that it is implementing parental controls to enhance user safety.

Created at: April 22, 2025 6:30pm

Meta Launches Edits: A New Video Creation App to Rival CapCut

Meta Launches Edits: A New Video Creation App to Rival CapCut

Meta has officially launched Edits, its new video creation app similar to CapCut, available globally on iOS and Android. This app enables creators to track video ideas, get inspiration, and utilize AI tools for video editing. Initially free, future versions may introduce paid features. The launch follows the temporary removal of CapCut from U.S. app stores amid TikTok's uncertain status. Edits stands out by allowing watermark-free video exports. Key features include project management, audio browsing, and background replacement. Meta plans to enhance Edits with AI capabilities and collaboration tools soon.

Created at: April 22, 2025 5:00pm

Airbnb Introduces Total Cost Display for Easier Booking Decisions

Airbnb Introduces Total Cost Display for Easier Booking Decisions

Airbnb has addressed a long-standing user complaint by displaying the total cost of stays, including all fees, upfront during property searches. Users will now see prices before taxes with a clear label stating, 'Prices include all fees.' This feature, tested since 2019 in select regions, is now standard globally. In 2023, Airbnb expanded its price display capabilities to include filter options and listing pages. Additionally, the platform is launching tools for hosts to compare pricing with similar properties and see guest payment details before taxes.

Created at: April 21, 2025 1:00pm

Instagram Unveils Blend: A Personalized Reels Experience for Friends

Instagram Unveils Blend: A Personalized Reels Experience for Friends

Instagram has launched a new feature called Blend, allowing users to create custom reels feeds with friends. This invite-only feature enables one-on-one or group chats to curate unique content refreshed daily. Blend aims to enhance social interactions by notifying users when friends react to shared reels, fostering engagement. This move is seen as a strategic effort to compete with TikTok by encouraging collaborative short-form content discovery. Users can easily set up a Blend through direct messaging, enhancing the communal viewing experience on the platform.

Created at: April 17, 2025 4:30pm

TikTok Tests New Footnotes Feature to Combat Misinformation

TikTok Tests New Footnotes Feature to Combat Misinformation

TikTok is rolling out a new feature called Footnotes in the U.S., designed to provide additional context to videos similar to Community Notes on X. This initiative aims to enhance content reliability by allowing users to add and rate helpful information. Unlike Meta's approach, TikTok's Footnotes will not replace its existing fact-checking measures. Users over 18 can apply to contribute, with the goal of curbing misinformation on complex topics. The feature is expected to improve discussions and user experience on the platform as it evolves.

Created at: April 16, 2025 3:30pm

TikTok Takes a Bold Step: New 'Reviews' Tab Aims to Compete with Google Maps

TikTok Takes a Bold Step: New 'Reviews' Tab Aims to Compete with Google Maps

In an effort to enhance its search functionality, TikTok has introduced a new 'Reviews' tab within the comments section of select videos, allowing users to access reviews and ratings for tagged locations without leaving the app. This feature, currently in testing, enables viewers to see user-generated star ratings, written reviews, and photos directly beneath video comments. As TikTok expands its capabilities to rival Google’s dominance in search, it has already become a preferred platform for place searches among younger audiences. The company has not confirmed plans for a wider rollout of this feature.

Created at: April 15, 2025 9:00pm

ChatGPT Surges to Top of Global App Charts with Record Downloads in March

ChatGPT Surges to Top of Global App Charts with Record Downloads in March

In March 2025, ChatGPT became the most downloaded app globally, excluding games, with an impressive 46 million new downloads, marking a 28% increase from February. This milestone is ChatGPT's first time at the top of the monthly download charts, surpassing Instagram and TikTok, which fell to second and third place, respectively. Notable upgrades in March, including enhanced image-generation features, contributed to this surge. Appfigures reported a 148% year-over-year growth in installs, reflecting ChatGPT's growing brand recognition as synonymous with AI. This trend poses challenges for competing chatbots in the market.

Created at: April 11, 2025 6:30pm

Spotify Invests Over $1M to Expand Non-English Audiobook Offerings

Spotify Invests Over $1M to Expand Non-English Audiobook Offerings

Spotify has announced a €1 million investment to enhance its catalog of non-English audiobooks, focusing initially on French and Dutch. This move aims to address the scarcity of audio content in these languages, as less than 3% of French-language books are available in audio format. The company launched its audiobook service in France and the Benelux region last October. High production costs have hindered audiobook adoption, prompting Spotify to partner with ElevenLabs for AI narration. Despite this, concerns about AI narration persist in the publishing industry.

Created at: April 11, 2025 4:00pm

WhatsApp Unveils Exciting New Features for Enhanced User Experience

WhatsApp Unveils Exciting New Features for Enhanced User Experience

WhatsApp has rolled out significant updates across its platform, aiming to enhance user experience in chats, calls, and channels. Key features include an 'Online' indicator for group chats, a 'Notify for' setting to prioritize notifications, and the ability to scan and send documents directly from iPhones. Users can now also set WhatsApp as their default messaging app and enjoy improved video call quality. Moreover, event creation is now available in 1:1 chats, along with updates for channel admins to engage followers more effectively.

Created at: April 10, 2025 3:30pm

Threads Introduces Feature to Follow Creators from X

Threads Introduces Feature to Follow Creators from X

Meta has confirmed that Threads is testing a new feature allowing users to follow creators from X, facilitating smoother transitions for those migrating from competing platforms. This beta feature, discovered by security researcher Jane Manchum Wong, offers users guidance on importing their following lists from X. Meta aims to help users maintain their communities on Threads, which has recently seen growth in monthly active users, reaching over 320 million. While the feature targets popular creators, the specifics of how creators are matched remain unclear.

Created at: April 9, 2025 9:30pm

Instagram Tests New Locked Reels Feature for Exclusive Content Access

Instagram Tests New Locked Reels Feature for Exclusive Content Access

Instagram is currently testing a feature that allows creators to lock reels, requiring viewers to enter a secret code and a hint to access them. This innovative approach aims to boost engagement and enable creators to share exclusive content with loyal fans. For instance, hints like 'my birthday' or 'my dog’s name' could be used to unlock content. The feature was first noticed on Instagram's Design account and may also serve as a tool for promotional campaigns. However, it remains unclear when or if this feature will be widely available.

Created at: April 9, 2025 3:00pm

Samsung Enhances SmartThings App with New Automation Features

Samsung Enhances SmartThings App with New Automation Features

Samsung has rolled out significant updates to its SmartThings app, introducing advanced home automation capabilities aimed at boosting sales of its smart home devices. The app now features an updated ‘Routines’ function, allowing users to schedule tasks like turning off lights or changing TV channels. New integrations with Samsung Health enable sleep tracking that interacts with home routines. Additionally, the app supports more devices through the Matter 1.4 standard, including water heaters and solar devices. Users can also send voice messages to connected speakers, a feature previously lacking in Samsung's ecosystem.

Created at: April 9, 2025 3:00pm

Tapestry App Introduces Duplicate Post Removal Feature

Tapestry App Introduces Duplicate Post Removal Feature

Tapestry, the innovative app for managing social networks, has launched a new feature called Crosstalk that eliminates duplicate posts from users' feeds. This update, part of the Tapestry 1.1 iOS release, enables users to follow multiple platforms like Bluesky and Mastodon without seeing repeated content. Built by the creators of the popular Twitterific client, Tapestry focuses on decentralizing social media. The app now offers customizable feeds, Quicklinks for easy navigation, and a new option to 'muffle' or completely hide duplicates. Tapestry is available for free on the App Store with subscription options.

Created at: April 8, 2025 4:30pm

Trump Extends TikTok Ban Deadline by 75 Days Amid Ongoing Negotiations

Trump Extends TikTok Ban Deadline by 75 Days Amid Ongoing Negotiations

President Donald Trump has announced a 75-day extension for the TikTok ban, allowing more time to finalize a deal. In a post on Truth Social, Trump emphasized that his administration is making progress on negotiations to save TikTok. This marks the second extension of the ban, originally set to take effect soon. Key investors, including Oracle and Blackstone, have submitted proposals for TikTok's U.S. operations. Any agreement will require Chinese government approval, and ByteDance has shown reluctance to sell. Trump's tariff policies against China further complicate the situation.

Created at: April 5, 2025 5:26pm

Mark Cuban Invests in Skylight: A New TikTok Alternative Using AT Protocol

Mark Cuban Invests in Skylight: A New TikTok Alternative Using AT Protocol

Skylight, a startup co-founded by Tori White and Reed Hermeyer, has launched its mobile app as a TikTok alternative built on the AT Protocol. Backed by Mark Cuban, the app offers features like video editing, commenting, and sharing, while connecting users to Bluesky’s network of over 33.8 million. Inspired by concerns over potential TikTok bans, White documented the app's development on TikTok, gathering nearly 50,000 followers. Skylight allows video uploads of up to 3 minutes and plans to introduce more features, aiming to evolve beyond a simple clone.

Created at: April 1, 2025 6:00pm

TikTok to Retire TikTok Notes, Redirects Users to Lemon8

TikTok to Retire TikTok Notes, Redirects Users to Lemon8

TikTok has announced it will shut down TikTok Notes on May 8, redirecting users to its similar app, Lemon8. Launched last year in select countries, TikTok Notes struggled to gain traction. A TikTok spokesperson emphasized the transition aims to enhance user experience by incorporating feedback from TikTok Notes into Lemon8. Users are encouraged to save their data before the shutdown. Lemon8, which offers a blend of features similar to Instagram and Pinterest, aims to attract users amidst ongoing challenges TikTok faces, including a potential U.S. ban. The decision reflects strategic shifts within ByteDance.

Created at: April 1, 2025 5:30pm

Tinder Launches AI-Powered Game to Enhance Flirting Skills

Tinder Launches AI-Powered Game to Enhance Flirting Skills

Tinder has introduced a new AI-driven game designed to help users improve their flirting abilities. The game, powered by OpenAI, allows players to interact with various AI personas through simulated scenarios, providing real-time feedback and scoring based on their performance. Users respond vocally to the AI, which offers suggestions for better conversation techniques if needed. Currently available only to U.S. iOS users, this feature aims to attract more users amid Tinder's growth challenges. The trend of AI-assisted flirting is gaining popularity, with similar apps already in the market.

Created at: April 1, 2025 2:30pm

Ente Aims to Disrupt Google Photos with Privacy-First Approach

Ente Aims to Disrupt Google Photos with Privacy-First Approach

Ente, an open-source photo storage service created by former Google employee Vishnu Mohandas, seeks to compete with Google Photos by prioritizing user privacy. The service offers end-to-end encryption, enabling users to store images securely without the company accessing their data. With over 150,000 registered users storing 165 million photos, Ente provides a web client and apps for Android, iOS, and desktop. Plans start at $9.99 per month for 1TB of storage, and the service features local processing for improved privacy. Mohandas emphasizes cautious growth without seeking venture capital funding.

Created at: April 1, 2025 12:30pm

Signal's Downloads Surge Amid Trump Administration Messaging Scandal

Signal's Downloads Surge Amid Trump Administration Messaging Scandal

The encrypted messaging app Signal has experienced a remarkable spike in downloads following a scandal involving the Trump administration. After a journalist was mistakenly added to a sensitive group chat, downloads surged by 26% on the day the news broke, reaching an all-time high of 195,000 by Wednesday. This increase is attributed to heightened curiosity about the app used by high-ranking officials. Despite dismissing the situation's seriousness, the incident has led to a significant rise in visibility for Signal, reinforcing the idea that 'all press is good press.'

Created at: March 31, 2025 5:00pm

Substack Launches TikTok-like Video Feed to Boost Creator Engagement

Substack Launches TikTok-like Video Feed to Boost Creator Engagement

Substack is enhancing its app with a new scrollable video feed, similar to TikTok, aiming to attract users amid TikTok's uncertain status in the U.S. This feature follows Substack's initiative to allow creators to monetize video content. The redesigned feed will showcase short videos under ten minutes and is designed to improve visibility for creators and diversify content beyond text-based newsletters. The platform reports that 82% of its top-earning writers are already utilizing multimedia, a significant increase from last year. Substack hopes this move will further stimulate audience growth.

Created at: March 31, 2025 4:00pm

Plex Unveils Revamped Mobile App with Enhanced Features

Plex Unveils Revamped Mobile App with Enhanced Features

Plex has launched an updated version of its mobile app, introducing a redesigned user experience and improved navigation. The app now includes a dedicated Watchlist section and richer media details, such as title artwork for movies and shows. Personal media pros can personalize their experience by favoriting specific media libraries. The update aims to streamline access to Plex's diverse media offerings, combining free streaming with personal media management. Following the mobile update, Plex plans to enhance its TV platform app. Users can also expect a more organized user menu for managing personal information.

Created at: March 31, 2025 2:30pm

Apple Enhances Health App with AI Coach for Personalized Wellness

Apple Enhances Health App with AI Coach for Personalized Wellness

Apple is reportedly revamping its Health app to introduce an AI coach that will provide personalized health advice using data from users' medical devices. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, development is progressing, with the new features expected to debut alongside iOS 19.4 in spring or summer of 2026. The AI coach, tentatively named Health+, will also incorporate food tracking and is currently being trained using insights from staff physicians. Apple plans to enlist additional doctors to create health-related video content for enhanced user guidance.

Created at: March 30, 2025 9:00pm

WhatsApp Adds Music Clips to Status Updates, Enhancing User Experience

WhatsApp Adds Music Clips to Status Updates, Enhancing User Experience

WhatsApp has introduced a new feature allowing users to add music clips to their Status updates, reminiscent of the Myspace era. This feature enables users to select from millions of songs, with clips lasting up to 15 seconds for photos and 60 seconds for videos. Unlike Instagram, music shared on WhatsApp Status is end-to-end encrypted, ensuring only friends can view it. The rollout of this feature has begun globally and will expand in the coming weeks, following similar updates on Instagram by parent company Meta.

Created at: March 28, 2025 2:30pm

Instagram Introduces 2x Speed Feature for Reels, Emulating TikTok

Instagram Introduces 2x Speed Feature for Reels, Emulating TikTok

Instagram has rolled out a new feature allowing users to speed up their Reels to 2x, mirroring a popular function on TikTok. By long-pressing the screen, viewers can watch content more quickly, enhancing engagement with longer videos. Initially, Instagram Reels allowed only 15-second clips, but now they support videos up to 3 minutes. This addition aims to cater to evolving user preferences for fast consumption, raising concerns about attention spans. Instagram's strategy continues to reflect its trend of adopting features from TikTok, including its Remix option.

Created at: March 27, 2025 6:00pm

Utah's New Law Holds App Stores Accountable for Age Verification

Utah's New Law Holds App Stores Accountable for Age Verification

Utah has enacted a groundbreaking law that mandates Apple and Google to verify users' ages on their app stores and obtain parental consent for minors. This makes Utah the first state to implement such legislation, known as the App Store Accountability Act. The law seeks to clarify the responsibility of age verification, which has been a point of contention among tech companies. In response, Apple is launching child safety initiatives, including an age-checking system for apps. Social media firms like Meta and Snap have praised the law, advocating for broader adoption in other states.

Created at: March 27, 2025 4:00pm

Signal Sees Download Surge Amid U.S. Government Scandal

Signal Sees Download Surge Amid U.S. Government Scandal

Signal, the encrypted messaging app, has experienced a significant surge in downloads following a government scandal involving high-ranking officials from the Trump administration. Officials mistakenly included Atlantic editor Jeffrey Goldberg in a sensitive group chat discussing military plans against Yemeni Houthis, which he later reported on. This incident raised questions about security protocols and user error. Following the revelation, Signal's downloads increased by 45% in the U.S. and 42% in Yemen, propelling it from #50 to #9 among social media apps in Yemen. The government is currently investigating this security breach.

Created at: March 27, 2025 4:00pm

Sez Us: A New Social App Aiming to Curb Rage-Bait

Sez Us: A New Social App Aiming to Curb Rage-Bait

Sez Us, a social app created by Democratic strategist Joe Trippi, seeks to eliminate rage-bait from social media. This term refers to controversial posts designed to provoke outrage and drive engagement. Unlike platforms like Instagram and TikTok that thrive on sensational content, Sez Us encourages users to rate posts based on approval and civility. The app aims to foster thoughtful discourse rather than inflammatory exchanges. While the challenge of changing social media norms is significant, Sez Us may inspire other platforms to adopt community-focused moderation practices.

Created at: March 26, 2025 4:30pm

Waze Discontinues Google Assistant on iOS Amid Persistent Issues

Waze Discontinues Google Assistant on iOS Amid Persistent Issues

Waze has officially removed Google Assistant from its iOS app due to unresolved issues that have plagued users for over a year. Many iPhone users reported problems with the microphone feature, which prompted the decision. In its place, Waze plans to introduce an enhanced voice interaction solution and has been testing an AI-powered 'Conversational Reporting' feature. Meanwhile, Android users will continue to have access to Google Assistant for Waze. This change coincides with Google’s recent announcement to transition users from Assistant to its new AI platform, Gemini.

Created at: March 26, 2025 4:00pm

YouTube Updates Shorts View Counting for Enhanced Creator Insights

YouTube Updates Shorts View Counting for Enhanced Creator Insights

YouTube announced a significant change in how it counts views for Shorts, now including every time a Short starts or replays. Previously, views were counted only after a specific duration of playback. This adjustment aims to provide creators with better insight into their content's performance. The new metrics will align with those of TikTok and Instagram Reels, allowing for improved cross-platform comparisons. Despite the change in view counting, YouTube assures that creators' earnings and eligibility for the Partner Program remain tied to the previously defined 'engaged views.' The update takes effect on March 31.

Created at: March 26, 2025 4:00pm

Apple's WWDC 2025 Set for June 9-13, Promises Major Software Updates

Apple's WWDC 2025 Set for June 9-13, Promises Major Software Updates

Apple has officially announced that its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) will take place from June 9 to June 13, 2025. The event will feature online accessibility for all developers and an in-person keynote at Apple Park on June 9. Anticipated highlights include significant software updates for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS, with iOS 19 reportedly undergoing its most substantial revamp since iOS 7. Additionally, new hardware products and advancements in Siri may be unveiled during the conference.

Created at: March 25, 2025 6:00pm

Apple Music Empowers DJs with New Integration for Mix Creation

Apple Music Empowers DJs with New Integration for Mix Creation

Apple Music has announced a significant integration that allows DJs to create mixes using its extensive catalog of over 100 million songs. This enhancement, which incorporates popular DJ software and hardware platforms, aims to attract both professional and aspiring DJs. The update includes a dedicated DJ category page featuring curated playlists and inspiration mixes. Apple Music's commitment to supporting DJs is further emphasized by its ongoing expansion since launching DJ Mix sets in 2021. This move aligns with broader trends in music streaming, as competitors explore similar remixing tools.

Created at: March 25, 2025 2:30pm

Character AI Unveils New Parental Supervision Tools for Enhanced Teen Safety

Character AI Unveils New Parental Supervision Tools for Enhanced Teen Safety

Character AI is introducing parental insights features aimed at improving safety for teen users. The startup will now provide weekly summaries to parents detailing their teens' app usage, including time spent and top interacted characters. This move follows criticism over the platform's previous failure to protect minors effectively. While parents will receive engagement data, direct access to chats remains restricted. The initiative builds on earlier safety measures introduced last year, highlighting Character AI's commitment to user protection amid ongoing legal challenges.

Created at: March 25, 2025 1:30pm

Meta Tests AI-Generated Comments on Instagram

Meta Tests AI-Generated Comments on Instagram

Meta is experimenting with a new feature on Instagram that suggests AI-generated comments for user posts. Observed by a social media tester, the 'Write with Meta AI' prompt provides users with three comment options after analyzing the post. Examples include phrases like 'Cute living room setup' for a photo featuring a smiling person. While Meta aims to enhance interactions, the feature may face backlash from users preferring authentic comments. The company has previously trialed AI-generated comment summaries on Facebook, but details on broader rollout remain unclear.

Created at: March 21, 2025 3:30pm

Gmail's AI Update: Emails Sorted by Relevance, Not Just Time

Gmail's AI Update: Emails Sorted by Relevance, Not Just Time

Google has announced a significant update to Gmail, introducing an AI-driven search feature that prioritizes email relevance over the traditional chronological order. This enhancement considers factors such as recency and user interactions to streamline email retrieval. Users can toggle between 'Most relevant' and 'Most recent' views, catering to personal preferences. This global rollout for personal accounts is expected to improve user efficiency in finding important emails. The update aims to strengthen Gmail's competitive edge against Apple's Mail app, which has also adopted similar functionalities recently.

Created at: March 20, 2025 6:00pm

Threads Enhances User Experience with New Features for Topic Engagement

Threads Enhances User Experience with New Features for Topic Engagement

Meta's social network Threads has introduced several new features to improve user engagement, including the ability to add up to 10 topics of interest to profiles. This allows users to discover related posts more easily. Additionally, Threads is enhancing its reply control features, permitting users to limit who can respond to their posts. A redesigned video player and personalized political content suggestions are also part of the update. These changes aim to make Threads more relevant and competitive with emerging platforms like Bluesky.

Created at: March 20, 2025 5:30pm

Spotify Launches 'Concerts Near You' Playlists for Local Show Discovery

Spotify Launches 'Concerts Near You' Playlists for Local Show Discovery

Spotify has introduced a new playlist called 'Concerts Near You' to help users find nearby concerts. Updated weekly, the playlist features 30 songs from local artists along with event details and ticket links. By partnering with ticket platforms like AXS and Ticketmaster, Spotify enhances its user experience. To receive updates, users must share their location and enable notifications. This launch aligns with Spotify's goal to improve event discovery and increase artist visibility. The move follows the release of Spotify's Loud & Clear report, highlighting its fair compensation to artists.

Created at: March 20, 2025 2:30pm

TikTok Integrates Amber Alerts into For You Feeds to Enhance Child Safety

TikTok Integrates Amber Alerts into For You Feeds to Enhance Child Safety

TikTok has announced a partnership with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) to display real-time Amber Alerts directly in users' For You feeds across the United States. This feature activates when law enforcement issues an Amber Alert in a specific search area identified through users' IP addresses. The alerts will provide essential details, including the child’s photo and description. Following a successful pilot in Texas, where alerts garnered over 20 million views, TikTok aims to leverage its teen user base to raise awareness. The company is also donating advertising credits to NCMEC for promoting youth safety.

Created at: March 20, 2025 1:30pm

Telegram Surpasses 1 Billion Users, Durov Critiques WhatsApp

Telegram Surpasses 1 Billion Users, Durov Critiques WhatsApp

Telegram's founder, Pavel Durov, announced that the messaging app has surpassed 1 billion active users, up from 950 million last year. The company also reported $547 million in profits for the previous year. Durov criticized WhatsApp as a 'cheap, watered-down imitation' of Telegram, claiming the rival has unsuccessfully tried to replicate its innovations. Meanwhile, Telegram has attracted crypto enthusiasts by integrating the TON blockchain and decentralized features. Durov recently returned to Dubai after resolving legal issues in France related to the platform's operations.

Created at: March 19, 2025 6:00pm