Breaking News: Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Gets Arrested in France | ABP News
ABP News Bureau | 25 Aug 2024 10:36 AM (IST)

Pavel Durov, the billionaire founder and CEO of the Telegram messaging app, has been arrested in France, according to reports from TF1 TV. Durov was detained on Saturday evening at Bourget Airport, which is situated just outside of Paris. He was reportedly traveling on his private jet at the time of his arrest. The circumstances surrounding Durov’s arrest are still unclear, and Telegram has not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident. This arrest comes as a significant development in the tech world, given Durov's prominent role in the global messaging industry with Telegram, which is known for its strong encryption and privacy features. The situation continues to unfold, and further details are awaited.