Germany-based Encrypted Messaging App Telegram Emerges as Jihadis' Preferred Communications Platform: Part V of MEMRI Series: Encryption Technology ... Jihadis (September 2015 – September 2016)

Part V in MEMRI’s series on jihadis’ use of encryption technology examines the emergence of the Germany-based encrypted messaging app Telegram, which has been revealed as the communication channel of choice in numerous terrorist attacks. As platforms such as Twitter and Facebook become more aggressive in monitoring and removing jihadist content, Telegram is rising in popularity because of its ease of use, end-to-end encryption, and privacy options. This report provides an in-depth look at the features, use, and implications of the app, including responses by governments and recommendations by MEMRI.