Telegram's Innovative Upgrades Unveiled by Pavel Durov
In a chat app, a user claimed that Telegram's group calls will sport a double whammy of security measures. These calls will be shielded with end-to-end encryption and a technology akin to blockchain. The guy behind Telegram added that this setup ensures no sneaky eavesdroppers could infiltrate a conversation secretly.
Previously, Durov, the Telegram founder, pointed out that WhatsApp is trying hard to swipe Telegram's innovative features.
Now, let's break down why Telegram's group calling is apparently superior:
- Emoji Powerhouse: In a unique twist, Telegram users verify call security by comparing emojis on their screens. This feature remains a no-show in WhatsApp's video call setup.
- Decentralized Strength: Compared to WhatsApp, which employs end-to-end encryption for both one-on-one and group calls (up to 32 participants), Telegram's system has an extra layer of security—a distributed network that keeps unauthorized entities, including Telegram itself, at bay.
- Party Central: Telegram can handle a whooping 200 people in an encrypted group call, while WhatsApp's group call limit is comparatively humble (32 participants).
Lastly, Telegram employs a hybrid approach that merges end-to-end encryption with participant transparency. This way, no unseen listeners can sneak into the call, even through hidden backdoors. In contrast, WhatsApp maintains encryption but doesn't publicly disclose how it logs participants or offer visible security checks during calls.
- I appreciate how Telegram's innovative emoji verification system offers a unique way to secure group calls, a feature that is not available in WhatsApp video calls.
- Durov's Telegram, unlike WhatsApp, employs a decentralized network technology in its group calls, providing an additional layer of protection against unauthorized entities, even Telegram itself.
- It's impressive how Telegram can accommodate up to 200 participants in an encrypted group call, while WhatsApp limits its group call capacity to 32 participants.
- While both platforms offer end-to-end encryption, Telegram's approach combines transparency by making it evident that no unseen listeners can infiltrate the calls, unlike WhatsApp which does not publicly disclose participant logging or offer visible security checks during calls.
