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Telegram ‘surprised’ by UK regulator’s investigation into CSAM

By Patricia Figueiredo ( April 21, 2026, 11:02 GMT | Insight) -- Messaging app Telegram has expressed surprise at a UK investigation into its handling of child sexual abuse material, and has rejected the regulator’s suspicions. The UK probe, announced today, follows evidence received by Ofcom from a Canadian child protection group, and seeks to assess Telegram's compliance with Online Safety Act duties. Ofcom also announced separate investigations targeting Teen Chat and Chat Avenue over grooming risks.Messaging app Telegram said it is surprised by an investigation announced by UK online safety regulator Ofcom today on the platform's handling of child sexual abuse material, also known as CSAM....

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