What Happens If Telegram Goes Down?
This report was written by Tiger Research, analyzing the hidden risks in the cryptocurrency market stemming from the irreplaceable dependence on Telegram and examining the structural vulnerabilities exposed by Vietnam’s Telegram ban.
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Platform Dependency Risk Exposed: In June 2025, Vietnam’s ban on Telegram led to a 45% drop in user activity across major crypto communities within days. The event underscored a critical structural vulnerability: the crypto industry’s heavy reliance on a single, irreplaceable communication platform.
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No Viable Substitutes: Alternatives such as Discord, Signal, and local messaging apps were explored but failed to replicate Telegram’s combination of global reach, privacy features, and crypto-native user…
