Telegram's founder, Pavel Durov, announced that the platform has achieved profitability for the first time in 2024. The number of paid subscribers has tripled, exceeding 12 million users, while advertisement revenue has grown exponentially. The platform's overall annual revenue has surpassed $1 billion, with cash reserves exceeding $500 million (excluding cryptocurrency).
The platform has successfully monetized through various innovative methods, including stars, gifts, raffles, mini-programs, affiliate programs, commercial editions, and Gatesways, demonstrating that social media platforms can achieve financial sustainability while maintaining independence and respecting user rights.
[Source: Durov's Telegram post](https://t.me/durov/386)
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