Telegram Takes Over TON, Becomes Largest Validator

Telegram has officially replaced the TON Foundation as the primary force behind The Open Network (TON), with founder Pavel Durov confirming that the messaging platform will become the chain’s largest validator. According to BeInCrypto, this move is part of Durov’s “Make TON Great Again” initiative, positioning Telegram at the core of TON’s infrastructure. Toncoin (TON) responded by rallying over 100%. The shift signals Telegram's deeper commitment to the network, potentially anchoring a billion-user crypto economy. Telegram's vast user base offers TON a distribution advantage, with plans for transactions, payments, and mini-app services to settle on the network.