Telegram is turning chat messages into mini-apps because, apparently, switching apps is so last year

Telegram has introduced lightweight interactive widgets that run inside chat messages, allowing supported bots to offer mini-app experiences and TON-powered payments.
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Is the era of standalone apps coming to an end? A new feature that works directly in Telegram chats

Payments and the TON ecosystem: The virtual wallet (Wallet) fully integrated into the messenger and the TON blockchain allow ...
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Telegram Introduces Mini Apps as It Evolves Towards Becoming a Super App

Telegram, a leading messaging platform, has announced a significant development in its ecosystem by introducing Mini Apps. This feature allows third-party developers to create highly flexible ...