Russia: Tagansky District Court of Moscow fined Telegram for alleged breach of personal data localisation laws

On 5 February 2025, the Tagansky District Court of Moscow fined Telegram Messenger (Telegram) RUB 80'000 (approximately USD 800) for violating Russia's data localisation laws. The case was initiated by Roskomnadzor, Russia’s communications regulator, on 9 January 2025. The Court found Telegram liable for failing to store Russian users' personal data within the country.