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Telegram should face EU probe over facilitating abuse networks, NGOs say

( April 23, 2026, 08:37 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Telegram should be investigated by the European Commission for facilitating large-scale networks sharing non-consensual sexual material, more than 80 NGOs and experts said in a statement published on Thursday. They are also urging the commission to designate the company under the Digital Services Act. Telegram was cited in recent research exposing organized abuse involving tens of thousands of users, with the coalition calling for swift enforcement action and stronger cross-border coordination.Statement follows....

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