Telegram Premium has surpassed 5 million users, accelerating growth amazes observers
In a surprising move, the number of Telegram Premium subscribers has crossed the 5 million mark, with founder Pavel Durov announcing the news in person. The enigmatic messenger experienced an astonishing jump from 4 million to 5 million premium users in just one month, a significant acceleration from the year and a half it took to reach the previous milestone.
Durov, known for his unconventional approach and as a self-proclaimed “non-Russian,” had previously set 20 million as the minimum number needed to cover all premium costs. While the current figure has not reached that level, the rapid increase signifies a significant leap in Telegram Premium’s growth.
Notably, a Telegram spokesperson recently stated that the company has no assets in Russia, which was puzzling as the country inexplicably canceled fines imposed by local courts. This mysterious turn of events mirrors similar cases of tech giants such as Google, YouTube and TikTok disappearing from the state debtor registry after paying fines.
The premium subscription service, introduced in mid-2022, gained 4 million subscribers in a year and a half. Durov celebrated the achievement, calling Telegram Premium “the most successful and fastest-growing paid subscription” in the messenger’s history.
Telegram Premium’s growth trajectory has been impressive, doubling in just five months and quadrupling in the last 12 months. Durov expressed gratitude to subscribers and noted the platform’s surge in popularity in Ukraine during the conflict, cementing its status as the premier platform for communication and news distribution.
As messenger continues to redefine digital communication, Telegram Premium’s accelerated growth underscores its growing prominence, and industry watchers are eagerly awaiting the next chapter in Durov’s unconventional tech journey.