In a surprising twist, Justin Sun, the controversial entrepreneur and founder of Tron, has thrown his weight behind Telegram CEO Pavel Durov, who is facing legal troubles in France. Sun has proposed the creation of a Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) named “FreePavel” to rally support for Durov and potentially provide legal assistance.
Sun’s announcement came after news broke of Durov’s detention at a Paris airport on August 24. While the exact charges against Durov remain unclear, reports suggest they are related to Telegram’s content moderation practices.
In a tweet, Sun offered to contribute $1 million to the FreePavel DAO, but only if the community actively supports the initiative and it is implemented in a decentralized manner. He also tagged Elon Musk and Mario Nawfal, two prominent figures in the tech industry, in an attempt to garner their support.
Telegram, in a statement released on its News channel, has firmly backed Durov, stating that he has nothing to hide and often travels in Europe. The platform also insisted that it complies with European Union laws, including the Digital Services Act, and that its content moderation practices meet industry standards.
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The detention of Durov has sent shockwaves through the crypto community, with the price of TON, Telegram’s native token, experiencing a significant drop. However, support for Durov has also grown, with social media platforms flooded with #FreePavel messages and discussions about the potential reasons behind the French government’s actions.
As the situation unfolds, the crypto world is closely watching to see how the FreePavel DAO initiative will gain traction and whether it will have any impact on Durov’s legal proceedings. The outcome of this case could have far-reaching implications for the future of decentralized messaging platforms and their relationship with governments.
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