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Telegram Escapes Apple App Store Removal
techTelegram was briefly removed from the App Store after an alleged extortion attempt by a malicious actor who edited an old message to include AI-generated illegal content. Telegram's CEO claims this highlights a systemic risk for apps hosting user-generated content. The incident raises questions about responsibility for users' possible illegal activity.
At a glance
- A malicious actor edited an old message to include AI-generated illegal content.
- The actor used automated accounts to report the content to Apple, leading to Telegram's brief removal.
- Telegram's CEO sees this as a potential systemic risk for apps hosting user-generated content.