️ JUST IN: Telegram founder Pavel Durov says Telegram will roll out a native non-custodial Gram wallet to all users this summer, enabling instant zero-fee crypto transactions for over 1 billion users.

What happened

Telegram founder Pavel Durov announced that the messaging app will launch a native non‑custodial Gram wallet for all users this summer, allowing instant, zero‑fee crypto transactions for its over 1 billion users.

Confirmed

Global impact / market context

A built‑in wallet gives Telegram users direct access to crypto without third‑party services, potentially expanding crypto adoption and creating a new revenue stream for the platform through increased user engagement.

Analyst inference

The rollout arrives as regulators tighten rules on custodial crypto services, and as other messaging apps explore payments. Telegram’s large user base could shift a portion of transaction volume to its own ecosystem.

Analyst inference

What to watch

1. The exact launch date and any regional restrictions, which will indicate how quickly the wallet can reach the full user base. Proposed
2. User adoption rates and transaction volumes, showing whether the zero‑fee model drives meaningful crypto activity on Telegram. Proposed
3. Regulatory responses in key markets, as authorities may scrutinize non‑custodial wallets for compliance with anti‑money‑laundering rules. Proposed

Evidence

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