Pavel Durov, a Russian-born tech entrepreneur, was detained in France after a warrant for alleged offences on Telegram, including fraud, drug trafficking, and promoting terrorism.
Durov founded VKotakate, a social network that surpassed Facebook in the former USSR but sold out amidst disputes with Russian authorities, then launched Telegram.
Known for his libertarian views, Durov has been a staunch advocate for internet confidentiality and encryption while resisting any form of message moderation on Telegram.
Currently, Durov remains in custody without charges, as French authorities investigate a range of serious allegations involving activities conducted through his messaging platform.
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