Telegram is making waves on both the financial and tech fronts. CEO Pavel Durov has revealed plans to raise $1.5 billion through the issuance of five-year bonds offering a 9% annual yield. The capital will be used to refinance the company’s 2021 debt.
📈 Top-tier institutions are backing the bond issuance, with major players like BlackRock, Mubadala, and Citadel taking part — a strong signal of institutional confidence in Telegram’s future.
💹 In response to the news, $TON (The Open Network) saw a 6% price surge, reflecting market optimism surrounding Telegram’s expanding ecosystem.
Telegram + xAI: A Game-Changing AI Partnership
In a major strategic move, Telegram has also announced a one-year partnership with Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI. This collaboration will integrate Grok, xAI’s powerful chatbot, across all Telegram apps — bringing cutting-edge artificial intelligence to over a billion users this summer.
🧠 The integration is expected to supercharge Telegram’s user experience, making it one of the most AI-advanced messaging platforms in the world.
Financial Boost From xAI Deal
Telegram’s partnership with xAI isn’t just about tech — it’s a financial win too. The company is set to receive:
$300 million in cash and equity from xAI
50% of revenue from xAI subscriptions sold via Telegram
This additional capital significantly enhances Telegram's financial stability and positions it for aggressive growth in both the messaging and AI markets.
What’s Next for Telegram?
With its bond financing secured, TON rallying, and AI integration on the horizon, Telegram is entering a new era — one that blends fintech strength with AI-driven innovation. Investors and users alike are watching closely as the messaging giant levels up.
