Telegram received its first major update of 2025 this Thursday (2). Messenger has introduced collectible gifts, more search filters for messages, and a new verification system for more account types.
The platform’s verification system, which has been available on Telegram for a long time, allows public figures and organizations to verify the authenticity of their accounts. Now the messenger has completed the mechanism with “Third Party Verification”. define profile category.
According to the platform, the new method aims to reduce the risk of fraud in practice by making it easier to independently verify authenticity. THE Third-party badge indicates specific account category in front of the nameas a journalistic tool, restaurant and educational institution.
To guarantee third-party verification, the interested profile must have an official bot verified by Telegram. Only then can a third party apply to become a validator.
NFT Collectible Gifts
The second addition to the update is Collectible Gifts. THE the tool allows users to upgrade the gifts they receive into collectiblesThese have the special characteristics of being privileged.
The collectible gift can be transferred to other users, upgraded to new skins, and sold on NFT marketplaces. Currently, Telegram offers more than 20 giveaways with a total of 1,400 unique skins.
Message search filters
When searching for specific messages on Telegram, finally you can filter by conversation type. To do this, add the time you want and select the category from “All chats”, “Private chats”, “Group chats” and “Channels”.
More emojis and reactions
Folder names, a function that allows you to organize your inbox into different tabs, now support emojis. Titles can be embellished with your favorite emoji.
Service messages (automatic submissions from the platform) are no longer Receive reactions with emojis. So users can interact with the arrival of new members in the group, thank them for gifts, and more.
The update is distributed to everyone
The Telegram update will be distributed to all users starting this Thursday (2). According to the platform, this was supposed to be the 17th major update of 2024. but was delayed due to lack of interest from Apple’s review team.
If the new features have not yet appeared on your device, it is worth checking the Play Store and App Store for pending updates.
Source: Tec Mundo
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