Telegram is strengthening its security and content moderation measures by updating its privacy policy and terms of use to combat illegal activity on the platform.
Telegram updates
Strengthening search security
Telegram founder Pavel Durov shared information about new measures aimed at preventing the use of the platform for illegal purposes. Telegram's search feature, superior to similar tools in other instant messengers, allows users to find public channels and bots. Unfortunately, this advantage has been abused by violators of the platform's rules to distribute illegal goods.
AI Moderation
Durov reported that recently a specialized group of moderators, using artificial intelligence technologies, has significantly increased the level of search security in Telegram. All problematic content identified has been removed from search results. If users do find anything dangerous or illegal while using search, they are encouraged to report it via @SearchReport.
Privacy Policy Changes
At the same time, Telegram made adjustments to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy to strengthen measures against offenders. Now the IP addresses and telephone numbers of individuals violating the rules can be transferred to the relevant law enforcement agencies in response to their official requests.
Purpose of updates
According to Durov, these innovations should repel potential criminals. He emphasized that the Telegram search engine was created to find friends and news, and not to promote illegal goods. The company intends to protect the integrity of the platform, which is used by almost a billion people, from attackers.
Recent incident with Durov
It is worth noting that a month ago Pavel Durov was detained at a French airport, after which he was interrogated on 12 counts.
Glossary
- Telegram is a popular instant messenger for exchanging messages and media files
- Pavel Durov - Russian entrepreneur, founder of Telegram and VKontakte
- AI (artificial intelligence) - technology that imitates human intelligence in machines
- IP address - a unique numeric identifier of a device on a computer network
- Bot - a program that automatically performs certain actions in the messenger
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Pavel Durov announced new security measures on Telegram aimed at combating illegal activities. The messenger will transmit the IP addresses and phone numbers of criminals to law enforcement agencies upon request.
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Liam
Wow, Durov really got down to business! Finally, Telegram will have less spam and illegal offers. I wonder how this will affect users? 🤔
Sophie
I agree, Liam! This is a big step forward. But I'm a little concerned that they can now share IP addresses with law enforcement. Do you think this doesn't violate privacy?
Klaus
Sophie, I think this is a necessary measure. If you don't break the law, then there's nothing to be afraid of. But now the criminals will have a hard time! 💪
Isabella
Guys, have you noticed that there is now a special bot @SearchReport? It's super convenient! You can immediately report suspicious content. I am for such innovations! 👍
Giovanni
Ha, all these innovations are just window dressing. Telegram has been and will remain a breeding ground for illegality. Artificial intelligence, moderators... As if this will stop real criminals. Naive.
Liam
Giovanni, don't be such a pessimist! Any measures are better than nothing. By the way, have you heard that Durov was recently detained in France? I wonder if this has anything to do with the new rules? 🕵️
Sophie
Liam, I read about this! It seems that Durov is serious about fighting illegal content. Maybe this is for the better? Although Giovanni is also right, it is unlikely that the problem will be completely eradicated.
Klaus
And here’s what I think: these changes can make Telegram even more popular. After all, now it will become safer for ordinary users. Maybe even new features will appear! 🚀