In this episode of the MEF podcast series Perspectives, lawyer Innocenzo Genna discusses the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France, viewing it as a potential turning point in Europe's relationship with global online platforms. Interviewed by Riccardo Amati, Genna clarifies that the case isn't about freedom of speech or European law, but rather the challenges of enforcing national laws on non-European firms.Genna notes that while traditional telecom companies are clearly subject to national authorities, platforms like Telegram operate in a legal gray area. The Durov affair may lead European governments to seek more structured cooperation from these platforms and raises questions about Telegram's classification under the Digital Services Act. He also highlights concerns over encryption, suggesting that the case could reshape dynamics between global tech firms and European regulators, significantly impacting the mobile ecosystem.