The tech world is buzzing with news of Telegram’s recent shift in privacy policy, where the platform will now provide user data like IP addresses and phone numbers to authorities in response to valid legal requests. Known for its staunch commitment to free speech and privacy, this change signals a significant shift for Telegram. It is also sparking broader discussions on how social media companies like X (formerly Twitter), Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:META) which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, and LinkedIn navigate the balance between user privacy and growing government pressure. Telegr…
