Reports from TASS, citing Roskomnadzor, indicate that Telegram’s data center operations in Europe are currently facing disruptions. The outage impact became evident on the evening of August 21, when users across multiple regions reported difficulties with the app and intermittent internet connectivity.
Downdetector, which tracks service reliability, shows a notable share of users experiencing problems: about half reported issues with the application itself while a substantial portion encountered trouble connecting to Telegram servers. These user experiences underscore the real-world effect of data-center issues on messaging and online communication. [Citation: Roskomnadzor / Downdetector data overview]
In related context, attention had previously been drawn to concerns about a potential security flaw in Telegram’s macOS version, dating back to reports from a Google engineer who claimed the vulnerability could enable unauthorized access to the camera and microphone. Telegram responded, and discussions followed about whether such a vulnerability existed in the macOS client. [Citation: Google security briefing / Telegram statements]
Telegram’s founder, Pavel Durov, later spoke to the public about these claims, stating that no credible vulnerability remained in the macOS edition of the app. The exchange highlighted how security disclosures can quickly become part of public debate, even as official assessments remain ongoing. [Citation: Telegram statements]
Separately, there have been contemporary discussions regarding ongoing monitoring of user activity across popular messaging platforms, including Telegram, WhatsApp, and Signal, by security authorities in some jurisdictions. The topic has prompted debate about privacy, compliance, and the lines between lawful surveillance and user rights. [Citation: security agencies comments]
Roskomnadzor has also commented on platform responsibilities, noting that there have been instances where WhatsApp information was not deleted when required by local regulations. The organization indicated that such issues trigger regulatory scrutiny and are handled within the framework of applicable rules. [Citation: Roskomnadzor regulatory actions]