The arrest of Pavel Durov, Telegram’s founder, as part of an investigation into illicit activities on the messaging app set off worries about the personal liability of tech executives.
Category: Mobile Applications
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The Crypto Industry Loudly Defends Telegram’s Pavel Durov
When the messaging app’s founder, Pavel Durov, was arrested, he received a flood of support from a multitrillion-dollar industry that relies on it.
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Who Is Telegram’s Pavel Durov and Why Was He Arrested in France?
Pavel Durov has been detained in France, as part of wide-ranging investigation into criminal activities on the messaging platform he runs.
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Telegram Founder’s Arrest Part of Broad Investigation, French Prosecutors Say
A case was opened last month to investigate child pornography, drug sales, fraud and other criminal activities on the platform. The app’s founder, Pavel Durov, was detained over the weekend near Paris.
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What to Know About Online Paycheck Advances and Why They Face Scrutiny
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has proposed a rule that would treat the offerings as loans, requiring the providers to disclose their charges as interest rates.
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Is a Disney Theme Park Vacation Still Worth the Price?
As Disney has raised the cost of tickets and hotel rooms at its theme parks, and added pricey, difficult-to-navigate tools, even its most loyal fans are asking themselves if they should rethink their vacations.
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Avoiding Rental Car Toll Fees
Using the rental company’s transponder can rack up hefty charges, but there are workarounds, from apps to paying by mail.