Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, was arrested in France last month, facing allegations that the platform's inadequate content moderation made him complicit in illegal activities.

Following his arrest, Durov announced that Telegram aims to enhance its moderation practices, shifting the narrative from criticism to praise.

These changes were prompted by charges related to facilitating criminal activity on the app, highlighting the platform's struggles with illegal content.

Telegram, while popular for news and entertainment, has also become notorious for hosting significant criminal activity, including drug sales and the circulation of child exploitation material.

Investigations revealed that at least two dozen channels were found selling weapons, and over 70,000 followers were linked to channels advertising drugs for delivery across 20 countries.

Despite claims of non-compliance, Telegram has previously provided user data to authorities and blocked channels deemed extremist under government pressure.

Durov refuted the notion that Telegram is an 'anarchic paradise,' asserting that the platform actively removes millions of harmful posts and channels daily.

He expressed surprise at being personally held responsible for content shared by others, calling the application of outdated laws to a modern CEO 'misguided'.

Durov has taken personal responsibility to improve the situation on Telegram, indicating that internal processes to address these issues have already begun.

He voiced concerns that personal liability for misuse of technology could hinder innovation in the tech industry.

The concept of 'warrant canary' has gained importance in digital privacy discussions, reflecting the evolving landscape of cybersecurity.

Durov has received public support from figures like Elon Musk, who advocated for him using the hashtag #FreePavel.