- Telegram will now exclusively support The Open Network (TON) for its Mini Apps and blockchain services.
- Toncoin becomes the sole non-fiat payment option for Telegram services like Ads, Stars, and Premium features.
- The partnership makes TON Connect the exclusive protocol for integrating Mini Apps with blockchain wallets.
Telegram has announced that it will exclusively support The Open Network (TON) for its blockchain-based services, including Mini Apps, marking a major shift in its Web3 strategy. This move solidifies TON as the sole blockchain infrastructure for Telegram’s ecosystem.
JUST IN: $TON (@ton_blockchain) announces an exclusive partnership with Telegram
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All mini-apps on Telegram will now exclusively run on TONpic.twitter.com/3zzUtBnJ6j
Partnership Deepens Between Telegram and TON
Building on their close collaboration, Telegram will use Toncoin exclusively for all non-fiat payments, including Telegram Stars, Premium subscriptions, Ads, and Gateway services. This strengthens TON’s integration into Telegram’s offerings and highlights the growing synergy between the two.
Exclusive Blockchain Functionality with TON
The expanded partnership ensures that TON Connect becomes the only protocol for linking Mini Apps to blockchain wallets. Developers can now only deploy blockchain functionality on TON, eliminating support for networks like Solana, Aptos, and Sui.
Vision for Explosive Growth
According to TON Foundation president Manuel Stotz, this exclusivity positions TON for rapid expansion in 2025. With Telegram as one of the world’s most downloaded apps and a hub for blockchain communities, the partnership is expected to drive significant adoption.
