Telegram has revised its privacy policy to allow the sharing of user IP addresses and data with governments and law enforcement agencies in certain circumstances. According to the updated policy, Telegram will now share a user's IP address and phone number with law enforcement agencies when investigating criminal activity. Previously, the policy stated that user information would only be shared if they were suspected of terrorism. The change in policy comes after Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov was formally indicted and handed a suspended sentence by French authorities. Telegram has long maintained a strong privacy policy, and this change is likely to be controversial among its users. However, the company argues that it is necessary to comply with legal requirements and to protect its users from criminal activity.