INTRODUCTION
There are many kinds of crimes related to Telegram, all indicate towards the defrauding of the people and making use of it. The rise of online platforms has gone through evolutionary changes, which also include illegal gambling. The criminals have found new ways for gambling, and Telegram, a popular chat app, which has been used as an instrument. This blog will explore this area of the black market in relation to the Telegram app, which is known for its encryption and privacy features and policies.
BACKGROUND
Telegram’s popularity is largely due to its robust privacy features, including end-to-end encryption, anonymous accounts, and the ability to create large groups and channels. They exploit the platform to create fake trading groups, disseminate false information, and manipulate unsuspecting investors.
KEY ASPECTS: - The important points regarding this, which are
• Anonymity.
• This app includes the dark web.
• Encrypted communication.
• Telegram allows creation of groups, or channels for widespread distribution of illegal substances, etc.
• Illegal dealing.
PROVISION
In India, there are some provisions that support preventing this conductivity, which are :
1. The Public Gambling Act, 1867.
2. The Information Technology Act, 2000.
3. Some states have specific acts, such as The Maharashtra Prevention of Gambling Act, 1887.
4. Also, one can go for police departments, cybercrime cells, etc.
CASE LAW: - Some distinct cases which are very fully connected to this matter, partially also directly, following:
• Arrest of Durov’s (2024): Pavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, got arrested by French authorities for promoting cryptocurrency and other gambling conduct. This case highlighted strict regulation and enforcement of online gambling laws.
CONCLUSION
Through the technology, this kind of crime is being conducted day by day, without any holding onto connected threads. Combating this issue requires a necessary approach, including stringent legal provisions, to protect the victims from the loss. Our legal experts and senior advocates of the Online Legal Query team are also there to felicitate the people and can give the probable assistance.
