Telegram reports 6,000% rise in data sharing with authorities after CEO's arrest

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Telegram has reported a dramatic increase in data sharing with law enforcement. In the fourth quarter of 2024, the app received 886 requests from U.S. authorities, up from just 14 in the previous three quarters, marking a 6,000% rise. The UK also saw a significant increase, with requests jumping from 3 to 139 in the same period. India had the highest number of requests, totaling 14,641 for the year, affecting over 23,000 users. This surge follows a change in Telegram's privacy policy in September 2024, allowing the disclosure of user data if they are suspects in criminal activities. The increase coincided with the arrest of CEO Pavel Durov in August 2024.


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