FIU probing “misuse” of Telegram for money laundering

India’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) is investigating Telegram, as it suspects the platform is being used for the purpose of money laundering through crypto trading, according to official sources.

“We are probing Telegram, as we’ve information that crypto trading occurs on that platform,” an official said. “In case there is enough evidence, we’ll take some action,” the person added.