#BURNGMT Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Faces Legal Troubles in France
Telegram founder Pavel Durov appeared in a Paris court on December 6 to address allegations that the platform facilitates criminal activities. This marks a significant step in the legal case initiated by French prosecutors, who claim Telegram supports illicit transactions.
Durov’s troubles began in August when he was detained in Paris, later released on a $6 million bail, but prohibited from leaving France until March 2025. If convicted, Durov faces up to 10 years in prison and a €500,000 fine.
The case has sparked debates about privacy in digital platforms, with comparisons to the Tornado Cash developer’s arrest. Industry insiders worry about government overreach and its impact on privacy-focused technologies.
As the legal proceedings unfold, the case underscores the tension between digital privacy and regulatory scrutiny in the Web3 era.