#TON has surged from $1.32 to $2.90 in just one week — and the catalyst behind it is massive.
Telegram founder Pavel Durov has announced that Telegram will take over as the main validator for the TON network within the next few weeks. This marks a major shift, strengthening the connection between Telegram and the TON ecosystem.
This move is significant because Telegram already positioned TON as the exclusive blockchain for its Mini Apps since January 2025, while also making $TON the only crypto used for Stars, Premium Ads, and Gateway payments.
However, one key factor to watch is the upcoming token unlock on May 24 — 36.58 million $TON entering circulation could create short-term selling pressure 👀