Telegram turns 12!

Just some of many milestones over the past year:

• 1 billion users: In March 2025, Telegram announced it had reached 1 billion monthly active users.

• Encrypted group calls: In April 2025, Telegram introduced secure group calls with blockchain-inspired technology.

• Growth of Telegram Mini Apps: In July 2024, Telegram Mini Apps reached 500 million monthly active users.

• $1.4 billion revenue: According to May 2025 data, Telegram reached this financial milestone in 2024.

• NFT Gifts: In January 2025, Telegram introduced collectible gifts that can be upgraded to NFTs, blending digital gifting with blockchain ownership.

@just