Telegram founder arrest part of cybercrime inquiry, say prosecutors

Telegram founder arrest part of cybercrime inquiry, say prosecutors

Investigation into Pavel Durov relates to app’s alleged failure to stop spread of child sexual abuse material

Pavel Durov, the Russian-born billionaire co-founder of the Telegram messaging app, was arrested in France in connection with an investigation into criminal activity on the platform and a lack of cooperation with law enforcement, prosecutors announced on Monday.

Durov, who has French citizenship, was detained in a surprise arrest at Le Bourget airport, just outside Paris, on Saturday evening after arriving in the country from Azerbaijan on his private jet. His arrest has sparked debate over free speech worldwide and led to an outcry in Moscow.

Continue reading…

Please follow and like us:
Pin Share