Telegram has released a new version of its instant messaging client, and with it provided significant insights over the future direction of the platform. A number of major new features have been introduced with Telegram 4.0, including support for payments.
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Telegram launches voice calls for western Europe
Telegram is promising that its new voice calling service will offer a secure way of staying in touch with contacts. The instant messaging service has been testing the feature for some months, with the roll-out now beginning in western Europe.
Old Android versions no longer supported by Telegram
The popular instant messaging app Telegram has ended support for Android devices which run older versions of Google’s mobile operating system. The move has been completed without fanfare, with Telegram deciding against making a formal announcement about the changes.
Telegram adds IFTTT support
The Telegram instant messaging service has added a major new feature, in the form of IFTTT integration. The addition means that Telegram can integrate with a range of products, from Gmail to Philips Hue light bulbs, to provide a significant level of automation.
Impressive growth sees Telegram hit 100 million active users
The team behind the instant messaging app Telegram has revealed that the service now has 100 million active users. And growth is strong too, with Telegram adding 350,000 new users every day.
