Analysis of 3.2M+ Telegram messages from 16K+ channels shows how the app is inundated with criminal activity, CSAM, drug dealers, white nationalists, and more (New York Times)

A comprehensive analysis of over 3.2 million Telegram messages from 16,000 channels reveals a pervasive presence of criminal activity, including drug dealers, scammers, and white nationalists using the platform for illicit purposes. The findings underscore the app’s role in facilitating the spread of harmful content and illegal transactions, with these groups openly conducting business and promoting toxic speech. This study sheds light on the challenges posed by Telegram’s lax approach to monitoring and regulating such behavior.

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