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<p>Facing the uproar in the crypto world, French President Emmanuel Macron has broken his silence regarding the controversial arrest of Pavel Durov, founder and CEO of Telegram. In a message posted on X (formerly Twitter), Macron firmly denied any political motivation behind this arrest, which has shaken the technology industry.</p> 
<h2 id="h-les-critiques-du-secteur-crypto-font-reagir-macron">The crypto sector’s criticisms make Macron react</h2> 
<p>The <a href="https://www.cointribune.com/en/crypto-arrest-of-the-ceo-of-telegram-for-pedocrime-ton-down-13/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">arrest of Pavel Durov</a> on August 24 sent shockwaves through the tech industry.</p>
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<p>President Macron quickly <a href="https://x.com/emmanuelmacron/status/1828073770461921594?s=46" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">clarified the situation</a> via a message on the social network X:</p> 
<p>“<em>The arrest of the president of Telegram on French soil took place as part of an ongoing judicial investigation. This is not a political decision in any way</em>“, said the head of state.</p> 
<p>He emphasized that this action was part of an independent legal process, thus reaffirming the separation of powers in France.</p> 
<p>The president also warned against the spreading of rumors: “<em>I have seen false information about France following the arrest of Pavel Durov.</em>” Without specifying the nature of this information, Macron strives to counter misinformation that could tarnish the country’s image.</p> 
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<h2 id="h-contexte-et-reactions-internationales">Context and international reactions</h2> 
<p>The investigation, conducted by the French Office for Minors (OFMIN), involves serious accusations. According to the information, <a href="https://www.cointribune.com/crypto-telegram-saffranchit-de-leuro-pour-le-ton/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Telegram</a> is suspected of hosting groups involved in various illegal activities, ranging from fraud to drug trafficking, including cyberbullying and the glorification of terrorism. The platform’s presumed refusal to cooperate with French justice is also at issue.</p> 
<p>Influential figures in the crypto and tech sectors like <a href="https://www.cointribune.com/qui-est-elon-musk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Elon Musk</a> and Vitalik Buterin have expressed their concern, fearing repercussions on freedom of expression and technological innovation. The hashtag #FreePavel quickly gained popularity on social networks.</p> 
<p>As the investigation continues, the <a href="https://www.cointribune.com/en/freepavel-durov-crypto-leaders-demand-his-release/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Durov case</a> remains at the heart of debates over the balance between national security and digital freedom, testing France’s position on the global technological stage.</p>

Crypto: Macron Finally Reacts to the Arrest of the CEO of Telegram

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