Telegram’s approach wasn’t unexpected, but many raised questions about the messenger’s pursuit of freedom and decentralization. Update (Jan. 23, 4:00 pm UTC): This article has been updated to add a ...

Telegram now requires third-party crypto wallets to use TON Connect, restricting Mini Apps to the TON blockchain and prompting concerns about decentralization and exclusivity. Update (Feb. 8, 9:45 am ...

A coin called TON has leapt in value in recent months, with investors betting its integration with messenger service Telegram could bring the cryptocurrency to the app’s estimated 900 million users.

Telegram’s decision to limit its Mini App ecosystem to exclusively support The Open Network (TON) has triggered outrage within the community. On Jan. 21, Telegram officially announced the TON ...