Telegram founder Pavel Durov announced that the messaging service has exceeded 1 billion active users, a jump from 950 million last year. The platform also reported a profit of $547 million, indicating strong financial health. Durov criticized rival WhatsApp, calling it a cheap imitation that fails to innovate at the same pace as Telegram. Despite facing legal challenges in France, Durov's focus remains on developing features for both regular users and businesses, emphasizing the integration of blockchain technology to attract a niche audience of crypto enthusiasts.
Durov emphasized Telegram's growth and independence while criticizing WhatsApp, stating it is a cheap imitation that failed to innovate like Telegram.
Telegram has more than 1 billion active users now, up from 950 million, and the company reported a profit of $547 million last year.
Durov highlighted Telegram's appeal to crypto users, integrating blockchain technology and decentralized features to enhance user engagement and unlock content.
The competition between Telegram and WhatsApp intensifies as both platforms innovate to attract businesses and creators, each vying for a larger user base.
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