Russia restricts Telegram, WhatsApp for not complying with Russian law

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Russia has begun restricting voice calls on Telegram and WhatsApp, accusing the platforms of failing to comply with domestic legislation, which includes requirements to assist law enforcement in fraud and terrorism investigations. Reporters have noted that Telegram voice calls have “barely functioned” since August 11, while WhatsApp calls are largely unusable due to sound distortion and metallic buzzing. Text messaging and other app functions remain unaffected, at least for now. “In order to cou...