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YES, BUT... Telegram? Prophet of the web or accomplice to criminals?
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What is discussed
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Montemagno, Paolo and Guido discuss Pavel Durov's legal case and the relationship between Telegram, public authorities and freedom of expression. Guido distinguishes allegations from established responsibility and general surveillance from cooperation on specific requests. Their exchange covers moderation costs, commercial positioning and platform power. Questions remain about the timing of the intervention and whether efforts to tackle unlawful activity could expand surveillance.
Key points
- The charges are discussed as allegations requiring proof; the conversation does not establish guilt.
- In his reading of the case, Guido distinguishes the absence of preventive monitoring from failure to cooperate with specific official requests.
- Telegram is compared with other platforms in terms of moderation, costs, reputation and relationships with governments and courts.
- Montemagno questions the timing and possible political consequences, prompting debate about protecting people without excessive control.
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The bald jokes
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