Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, has temporarily left France for the first time since his arrest in August 2024, following legal challenges related to the messaging app’s content moderation, as reported on March 15, 2025, by the AFP news agency.
Unnamed sources confirmed Durov’s departure, with speculation that he may have been granted temporary travel permission while his case is under review by French courts, though it remains unclear if the legal proceedings have concluded. Durov’s arrest stemmed from allegations of failing to moderate illegal activities on Telegram, leading to charges of complicity in criminal behavior and refusal to cooperate with authorities, which confined him to France under a bail agreement.
This development marks a pivotal moment for the tech entrepreneur, known for his advocacy of internet freedom, amid ongoing tensions with European regulators over free speech and platform responsibility. Stay informed on crypto and tech legal developments with Crypto Market Insights on news.thecoininfo.com, and explore in-depth analysis on The Coin Info Hub at thecoininfo.com.
Following Durov’s departure, Toncoin (TON), the native cryptocurrency of The Open Network linked to Telegram, surged over 6% in the last 24 hours, rallying 18% in that period and 13% over the past week, according to CoinMarketCap. This price jump, pushing TON’s market cap toward $14 billion, reflects investor optimism amid Durov’s legal relief, despite a 67% price drop earlier in 2025 to $2.36 on March 11, following Bitcoin’s volatility below $80,000 and broader market uncertainties like U.S. tariffs.Toncoin’s recovery aligns with its role in Telegram’s ecosystem, where it powers dApps, staking, and payments, but its future hinges on regulatory clarity and user adoption, especially as Telegram navigates global scrutiny. For crypto investors, Durov’s temporary exit signals potential stability for TON, but its long-term value depends on legal outcomes and market demand, with resources like
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