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Telegram Founder: Crypto Mining Malware Attack Isn't Due to App Flaw

A cybersecurity firm says Telegram has been exploited for crypto mining by hackers, but the messaging app's founder says it is not to blame.

By Annaliese MilanoFeb 13, 2018

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Big Money, Murky Governance: Kicking the Tires of Telegram's Token Sale

In a market that emphasizes trustless systems, the Durov brothers are asking token investors to place a lot of trust in them and the Telegram team.

By Brady DaleJan 16, 2018

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Telegram's $1.2 Billion ICO Could Be the Most Ambitious Token Sale Yet

Not only in size, but also in scope: the messaging app provider wants to bring crypto payments to the masses and decentralize online communication.

By Brady DaleJan 10, 2018

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Telegram Offers $200k in Bitcoin for Cracking its Encrypted Messages

Telegram is offering a $200,000 prize in bitcoin to anyone who manages to beat its encryption protocol.

By Nermin HajdarbegovicDec 20, 2013

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