Why Telegram became the go-to app for troublemakers
A light-touch approach to content moderation means the software is now a prime target for governments trying to stop criminal activities and misinformation.
Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov in a picture posted on the app. Telegram
Whether it’s spreading conspiracy theories or organising riots, messaging app Telegram has become a focus of extremist activity online.
The service, started in 2013, is one of the most downloaded apps worldwide. Its private chat setting has made Telegram a free space for open discussion in countries with authoritarian regimes.
