Telegram was temporarily removed from the Apple App Store this week for violating content guidelines, triggering a sell-off in the associated cryptocurrency GRAM. The token fell to $1.29 as traders reacted to the news.
Telegram pulled from App Store
Apple removed the messaging app from its marketplace on Tuesday, citing content guidelines. The specific violation hasn't been disclosed. The removal is temporary, though Apple hasn't said how long it will last. Telegram has faced similar issues in the past over content moderation, but this is the first time it's been pulled from the App Store in 2026.
GRAM sell-off
The removal sent GRAM into a sharp decline. The cryptocurrency, which is tied to Telegram's blockchain project, dropped to $1.29. The sell-off was immediate, with the token losing value within hours of the App Store removal. GRAM had been trading higher earlier in the week, but the news erased those gains. The price drop reflects market concern over Telegram's regulatory standing and the potential impact on the token's adoption.
Uncertainty for Telegram and GRAM
The duration of Telegram's absence from the App Store remains unclear. Apple typically reviews apps and reinstates them once content issues are resolved. For GRAM, the price could stay volatile until Telegram's status is clarified. Telegram hasn't publicly responded to the removal or its effect on the token. Investors are left waiting for more details, and the lack of communication adds to the uncertainty.
As of press time, GRAM was trading at $1.29, and Telegram remained absent from the App Store. The next concrete step will likely come from Apple's review process or a statement from Telegram, but neither has materialized yet.
