They claim to have learned Telegram gave up IP-Addresses and/or telephone numbers
> on suspects in the areas of child abuse and terrorism. In the case of violations of other criminal offenses, it remains difficult for German investigators to obtain information from Telegram, according to security circles.
So Telegram is not giving free access or follows German law, but did help out in some specific cases.
Telegram claims otherwise and says it never responded to requests.
Yes, they are protecting their source(s), so you have to take them on faith. Der Spiegel has, however, an excellent reputation and good track record.
> on suspects in the areas of child abuse and terrorism. In the case of violations of other criminal offenses, it remains difficult for German investigators to obtain information from Telegram, according to security circles.
So Telegram is not giving free access or follows German law, but did help out in some specific cases.
Telegram claims otherwise and says it never responded to requests.
Yes, they are protecting their source(s), so you have to take them on faith. Der Spiegel has, however, an excellent reputation and good track record.