Telegram Rebranded Crypto Wallet Service as Walt
The platform now supports over 300 digital and traditional assets for its massive global user base.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Investing
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Telegram has rebranded its integrated crypto service from Wallet in Telegram to Walt. The change reflects four years of expansion from a basic wallet into a platform currently serving tens of millions of users.
Why it matters
This rebrand highlights the shift of crypto tools into mainstream messaging apps, offering users integrated access to over 300 different digital assets and tokenized products. The company now plans to expand these capabilities with future crypto cards and AI-driven trading tools.
Walt currently provides access to 200 crypto assets and 100 tokenized stocks, ETFs, and metals for a user base spanning over 1 billion Telegram monthly users. The platform also supports 70 perpetual futures assets for these active accounts.
The players
Andrew Rogozov
He serves as the CEO of The Open Platform and the Walt service.
The Open Platform
The developer responsible for building and maintaining the Walt product ecosystem.
Telegram
A global messaging app that provides the platform infrastructure for Walt and the upcoming Gram wallet.
Pavel Durov
The founder of Telegram who oversees the strategic direction of its integrated wallet initiatives.
The details
Users access Walt directly through the Telegram messaging app, where it integrates with The Open Network blockchain. The platform is developing a separate self-custodial wallet called Gram, which began initial rollout to selected users in late August 2026. These tools mark a significant evolution from the company's past regulatory history involving a $1.2 billion investor repayment and an $18.5 million SEC penalty in 2019.
Timeline
2019: Telegram settled with the SEC following a dispute over Gram token sales.
July 2026: Pavel Durov outlined initial plans for a native Gram wallet.
Late August 2026: Telegram provided early access to the Gram wallet for selected users.
September 28, 2026: The service officially rebranded from Wallet in Telegram to Walt.
Money Landscape
This evolution marks a notable transition for the company following the regulatory hurdles of the 2019 SEC settlement regarding the Gram token sale. The platform now positions itself as a diversified crypto hub rather than a singular token issuer.
Users should note that Walt and the forthcoming self-custodial Gram wallet offer different security and management models for their crypto assets. Consult with a qualified financial professional to understand the risks of holding assets on integrated messaging platforms versus external accounts.
The takeaway
The transition to Walt signifies a broader attempt to integrate complex financial tools directly into everyday messaging habits. Monitor upcoming strategy updates to see how future features like AI trading tools and crypto cards may affect your digital asset management.
What happens next
Walt is expected to publish an updated product strategy document in the coming weeks.
Further reading
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