During the Token2049 conference in Dubai, Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, provided insights into the future of the TON cryptocurrency, revealing a host of innovative features poised to transform the Telegram ecosystem.

One of the most anticipated updates involves the integration of Toncoin (TON) into the Telegram platform, enabling ordinary users to engage with cryptocurrency seamlessly. Commencing on April 19, administrators of Telegram channels will have the option to receive payments in TON for advertising services. Additionally, users will soon have the ability to tip channel administrators in TON, with content creators receiving a share of the proceeds.

Furthermore, Telegram users will soon be able to buy and sell stickers as Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) using TON, with sticker artists set to earn a significant portion of the revenue — an impressive 95%. This move underscores Telegram's commitment to empowering creators and fostering a vibrant digital economy within its platform.

Durov also highlighted upcoming mini-applications within Telegram, enabling users to purchase content using cryptocurrencies seamlessly. Moreover, users will have the ability to share TON with their contacts directly within Telegram conversations, facilitating peer-to-peer transactions effortlessly.

The introduction of NFT stickers represents a groundbreaking step for Telegram, offering users the opportunity to own iconic stickers as unique digital assets. Durov emphasized the potential value appreciation of NFT stickers over time, highlighting their enduring popularity among users.

In a significant development, Durov announced that Telegram users will soon have the option to log into their accounts using cryptocurrency wallets, enhancing security and privacy for users. Additionally, users will be able to register the rights to their account names, opening up the possibility of selling them in the future.

Importantly, Durov emphasized that all these innovations will be accessible to all Telegram users without the need for programming skills, ensuring widespread adoption and usability.

The inclusion of TON on the list of blockchain networks supporting the largest stablecoin by capitalization marks a significant milestone for Telegram. Speculation about the integration of USDT into TON gained traction following an announcement of a joint speech by Durov and Tether's Paolo Ardoino at a crypto conference in Dubai earlier in April.