Pavel Durov Comments on Arrest in France for the First Time

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

2 years ago

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  1. Privacy Under Scrutiny
  2. Legal and Regulatory Responses
  3. Potential Changes in Market Strategy


    4. Pavel Durov, the CEO and founder of Telegram, has spoken out for the first time since his arrest last month. His comments, delivered through his official Telegram channel, address the legal issues he is facing in France.

    Privacy Under Scrutiny

    According to Durov, Telegram established channels for handling requests from law enforcement agencies. He criticized French authorities for bypassing these channels and addressing him personally rather than following established procedures.

    The Telegram CEO argued that using outdated legal frameworks to hold a CEO accountable for third-party activities on their platform is a flawed approach.

    In his statement, Durov emphasized that Telegram is not an "anarchic paradise" as some media reports have suggested. He asserted that the platform actively removes harmful content, including millions of posts and channels daily.

    Durov also stated that his mission is to protect Telegram users from abuse. "You have to take into account technological limitations. As a platform, you want your processes to be consistent globally, while also ensuring they are not abused in countries with weak rule of law," The Telegram CEO stated. "We’ve been committed to engaging with regulators to find the right balance."

    You have to take into account technological limitations. As a platform, you want your processes to be consistent globally, while also ensuring they are not abused in countries with weak rule of law.Pavel Durov

    Legal and Regulatory Responses

    The legal trouble for Durov began in August 2024, when he was detained in France amid an investigation into serious allegations, including child sexual abuse images and drug trafficking.

    Although he was granted bail, the conditions include regular reporting to police and restrictions on his movement. Durov’s arrest ignited an international debate about freedom of speech and privacy, involving figures such as Elon Musk and French President Emmanuel Macron.

    Potential Changes in Market Strategy

    Durov also hinted at potential changes in Telegram’s market strategy, suggesting that the platform may withdraw from markets that compromise its core principles. He cited previous instances where Telegram had faced bans in Russia and Iran due to its refusal to comply with government demands for user data.

    Despite current challenges, Durov remains steadfast in his defense of Telegram’s privacy policies and operational practices, continuing efforts to ensure user security.

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