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According to Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov, 2024 was a turning point as Telegram became profitable for the first time in three years of its monetization history.

⚫ Premium subscribers: tripled this year to over 12 million
⚫ Revenue growth: Total revenue surpassed $1 billion, with over $500 million in cash reserves (excluding crypto assets)
⚫ Debt management: Telegram has issued $2 billion in debt over four years, a significant portion of which was repaid this fall, benefiting from favorable bond prices.
⚫ Monetization innovations: Introduced features such as Stars, Gifts, Giveaways, Mini Apps, Affiliate Platform, Telegram Business, and Telegram Gateway ensure financial sustainability while respecting user rights

Telegram’s focus on monetization is to prioritize its users while maintaining financial independence and stability.