Messaging Platform
Companies offering messaging platform in the iGaming industry — 1 listed.
Telegram
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Telegram is a cloud-based instant messaging and voice-over-IP service founded in 2013 by Russian-born entrepreneur Pavel Durov and his brother Nikolai Durov. Headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the platform is known for its strong emphasis on privacy, encryption, and open-source development. Unlike many competitors, Telegram offers both standard client-to-server encryption and optional end-to-end encrypted “Secret Chats,” along with a vast array of features including large group chats (up to 200,000 members), channels, bots, stickers, and file sharing up to 2GB. As of 2025, Telegram reports over 900 million monthly active users and is one of the world’s most downloaded apps, particularly popular in Eastern Europe, Asia, and Latin America. The company operates as a privately held entity, funded primarily by founder Pavel Durov through personal wealth and, since 2020, by the sale of Telegram Premium subscriptions and Toncoin (the cryptocurrency of The Open Network). Telegram has also launched a platform for third‑party mini‑apps and payment integrations. While not a gambling company itself, Telegram’s Channels and Bot API have been used by some operators to distribute gambling content, though the company prohibits illegal or unlicensed gambling under its terms of service. The platform’s leadership remains concentrated around the Durov brothers, with a lean operational team.
Recent News
Spelinspektionen report highlights affiliates and social media as key black market gambling channels
A new Spelinspektionen report identifies affiliate networks, social media, and livestreaming as the main channels for unlicensed gambling promotion in Sweden, with influencers playing a central role in reaching younger audiences. The report also notes upcoming Spelpaus technical requirements and a landmark criminal conviction of an influencer for promoting unlicensed gambling.