Telegram's CEO Pavel Durov announced that the messaging app will now cooperate with legal requests by providing user IP addresses and phone numbers, shifting from its previous stance of non-compliance. This marks a significant policy change for the platform, known for its reluctance to respond to such takedown requests. Durov emphasized that while users are encouraged to report illegal content, the effectiveness of these surveillance measures on the platform's user base remains to be seen.
In a notable policy shift, telegram has started implementing moderation measures to address 'problematic' content. This includes the introduction of AI and a human moderation team, aiming to filter out undesirable material from search results. While Durov encourages the community to report unsafe content, the balance between user privacy and content moderation is a contentious issue. Users still have access to several privacy features, including end-to-end encryption and the ability to use the app without a SIM card.
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