Unveiling the Unethical Tactics Behind Meta’s Attempt to Copy Telegram’s Ideas: Exclusive Interview with Pável Dúrov

In an interview with American journalist Tucker Carlson, Pável Dúrov, the founder of Telegram, revealed that Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta (formerly Facebook), attempted to copy his ideas for the instant messaging app. The meeting between the two tech leaders took place 10 years ago when Dúrov was still running the popular social network VK in Russia. Despite initial interest from Zuckerberg and his team, they ultimately tried to replicate Dúrov’s ideas, which he found outrageous.

The conversation between Dúrov and Carlson also touched on Telegram’s rapid growth to 1 billion users and its rivalry with WhatsApp. Dúrov credited the platform’s quality for its success, as users appreciate the innovative features and recommend Telegram to others. The expansion of Telegram’s digital wallet in Argentina along with a collaboration with Tether to offer stablecoins within the app aims to revolutionize peer-to-peer payments globally, making it as easy as sending a text message.

The meeting between Dúrov and Zuckerberg sheds light on the early days of iconic social media platforms and highlights the competitive nature of the industry. Despite an initial agreement to stay out of each other’s markets, both tech leaders took similar paths in expanding their platforms globally. Dúrov’s commitment to quality and innovation has driven Telegram’s success, attracting users who seek a superior messaging experience.