Telegram Launches TON Wallet for U.S. Users, Unlocking in-app Crypto Features

Telegram has officially rolled out its TON Wallet to users in the United States, marking a major step forward in the integration of blockchain and messaging.

Built on The Open Network (TON), the wallet is now accessible directly within the Telegram app, enabling users to send, receive, and manage digital assets without needing a separate extension or application.

First crypto wallet natively embedded in a major U.S. social app

According to Tuesday’s announcement, TON Wallet is the first self-custodial crypto wallet integrated into a widely used social messaging platform and now available to the American public. “We’ve embedded crypto natively into Telegram, not as an add-on, but as part of how people already communicate,” said Andrew Rogozov, CEO of The Open Platform (TOP), now valued at over $1 billion following a successful funding round.

The wallet supports Toncoin (TON), USDT, and a range of other TON-based tokens—including NFTs. Telegram users can now transfer tokens as easily as sending a message, while retaining full control of their private keys in a self-custodial setup.

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Expanding access to the TON ecosystem

With more than 100 million users activating TON Wallets in 2024 and Telegram’s U.S. audience estimated at 87 million, the integration has the potential to drive mass adoption. U.S. users now gain direct access to the TON ecosystem, which features apps for gaming, payments, DeFi, and digital commerce.

The wallet also includes advanced features like in-app trading via Omniston and Ston.fi, token staking through third-party tools, and 0% fees on USDT purchases made via Apple Pay, Google Pay, or credit cards through MoonPay.

Telegram’s move solidifies its position at the intersection of social media and crypto finance—creating one of the most seamless blockchain user experiences to date.

Kosta Gushterov

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