Telegram expands moderators' reach to include private chats for flagging illegal content

Telegram has changed its policy on "illegal" content in private chats, allowing users to flag such content for review by moderators. This marks a significant shift from the app's previous stance of treating private groups as off-limits. The change comes after CEO Pavel Durov's arrest in France for allegedly failing to police law-breaking content on the platform. The move could potentially impact Telegram's reputation as a facilitator for illegal activity.