Telegram CEO Defends Encryption, Rejects Backdoor Demands

Pavel Durov, Telegram’s CEO, has firmly rejected demands for encryption backdoors, reaffirming the platform’s unwavering commitment to user privacy. This stance was announced on April 21, 2025, and reflects a long-standing commitment to data security. Despite regulatory pressure, Durov maintains that compromising encryption risks unauthorized access and poses serious threats to user security. The response from the market has been muted, with no significant impact on crypto prices or Telegram’s operations.