Telegram has launched TON Wallet, its self-custodial cryptocurrency wallet, to 87 million users in the United States, signalling a new phase in mainstream blockchain adoption.

Built on The Open Network (TON) blockchain, TON Wallet is the first self-custodial crypto wallet integrated into a major social platform available to US users, according to Cointelegraph.

Supported by the TON Foundation, the wallet enables users to send, receive, and store digital assets directly within Telegram, eliminating the need for external downloads or browser extensions.

The rollout, which began today, allows users to move Toncoin, stablecoins, and other digital assets within the app. It supports peer-to-peer transfers, token swaps, and staking through third-party integrations, while offering zero-fee USDT purchases via Apple Pay, Google Pay, or credit cards thanks to a partnership with MoonPay. For the first time, TON Wallet also provides an off-ramp feature enabling users to withdraw crypto funds directly to their bank cards.

By integrating TON Wallet, American users gain access to the broader TON ecosystem, which includes applications spanning gaming, payments, decentralized finance (DeFi), and digital marketplaces. This allows users to explore blockchain technology seamlessly within Telegram’s interface.

The wallet uses a split-key backup system—one part tied to the user’s Telegram account and another to their email—balancing self-custody with simplified onboarding.

The launch follows evolving regulatory clarity in the US crypto market and builds on Telegram’s global adoption of TON Wallet by over 100 million users since 2024.