Date: Fri, Sept 06, 2024, 06:10 AM GMT
The arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov by French authorities at Le Bourget Airport near Paris on August 24 sent negativity through the cryptocurrency market. The incident had an immediate impact on the prices of tokens within the TON ecosystem, with values dropping over 20% in the days following the arrest. However, a recent statement from Durov has sparked a significant rebound in these tokens.
Telegram CEO Releases Statement
After being released, Pavel Durov took to Telegram to address the situation, ending a period of silence that had left the crypto community anxious. Durov revealed that he had been detained and questioned by Paris police for four days, with authorities suggesting that he might be held responsible for the misuse of the Telegram platform by others. Durov firmly debunked these allegations, emphasizing his commitment to improving the platform’s safety and usability.
In his statement, Durov acknowledged the challenges posed by Telegram’s rapid growth, which has seen its user base swell to 950 million. This explosive increase, he admitted, has made it easier for criminals to exploit the platform. “That’s why I made it my personal goal to ensure we significantly improve things in this regard. We’ve already started that process internally, and I will share more details on our progress with you very soon,” Durov wrote.
TON Ecosystem Tokens Surge
Following Durov’s statement, the market reacted positively, with TON ecosystem tokens experiencing a sharp rise. Toncoin (TON) surged by 6.83%, trading at $4.89. Notcoin (NOT) saw an increase of 3.64%, bringing its price to $0.007683, while Dogs (DOGS) rose by 4.36%.
The rebound in token prices reflects renewed confidence in the TON ecosystem and Durov’s leadership. The community’s positive response to Durov’s pledge to enhance the platform’s security suggests that the market believes in the future of Telegram and its associated cryptocurrencies. As more details emerge about the improvements Durov plans to implement, it will be interesting to see how these developments continue to influence the market.
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