The Belgian regulator reports no EU DSA violation by Telegram to date
The Belgian Institute for Postal Services and Telecommunications, known as BIPT, which oversees Telegram within the European Union, has not received any data suggesting that the messaging platform breached the EU’s Digital Services Act. This was reported through a spokesperson cited by RIA Novosti, referencing statements from BIPT’s official representative.
According to the regulator, there has been no information up to now indicating that Telegram failed to comply with authorities under Articles 9 and 10 of the Digital Services Act after requests were issued. The clarification came in response to questions about whether Telegram founder Pavel Durov could face detention in connection with alleged pan-European violations.
The regulator added that it will maintain a close watch on Telegram’s response to official orders and its overall compliance with regulatory directives.
Meanwhile, reports indicate that Durov was seen arriving at Le Bourget Airport near Paris on the evening of August 24, traveling from Azerbaijan. French authorities have stated that the entrepreneur faces accusations related to non-cooperation in investigations into cyber and financial crime alleged to involve Telegram, as reported by Reuters. The authorities noted that Durov is under inquiry by sectors dealing with cybercrime and fraud at the national level.
Separately, the prosecutor’s office has stated that Durov is accused of twelve crimes and was questioned in connection with an investigation tied to several suspected cyber offenses, with an unnamed person also referenced in the case. These developments are part of ongoing probes into activities associated with the platform.
Earlier, there were remarks suggesting that French authorities might wait for developments in the broader political and regulatory landscape before moving on allegations related to Telegram’s operations, reflecting tensions that have arisen in some European circles around the platform and its governance.
Observers note that regulatory scrutiny of tech platforms like Telegram continues to evolve as EU rules tighten and member states coordinate on enforcement priorities. The ongoing dialogue between regulators and platform operators aims to balance user safety, lawful access to information, and the protection of digital rights across the union.