Paving the Way for Telegram: VK's Impact

Launched in 2006, the app quickly gained popularity among young Russian users, eventually dominating the market. The website's massive user base was largely due to its easily accessible interface, enabling users to share and connect. VK's growth was further fueled by its integration with the popular Russian search engine, enhancing its user base significantly.

Pavel Durov, played a pivotal role as CEO, was instrumental in shaping the company's early success. However, his management decisions, telegram中文版下載 often sparked conflict with investors and shareholders. This tension, coupled with government pressures, ultimately led to Pavel Durov's ouster in 2014.

Following his departure from VK, Pavel Durov founded Telegram, a secure messaging app. Despite initial skepticism regarding its security features, Telegram quickly gained traction globally.