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SMITs about the Telegram Ads
Apr 25, 2026, 02:30 AM
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Trading as Content: How to Make Money by Blending Streams, Gambling Thrill, and Crypto
Hey, this is SMIT. We’re continuing to break down fresh, fast-growing formats.
This time — a mechanic that’s exploded over the past six months among affiliates: live copy trading on streams.
💎 The idea is simple:
You watch a trader’s stream and can instantly copy their trades in real time.
How it works:
🟣 You join a stream
🟣 The trader opens a position (long / short)
🟣 You see their screen and PnL
🟣 You tap “copy trade”
Why this format is so powerful:
1️⃣ Fun + money
This isn’t solo trading or boring attempts to figure things out. It’s engaging, emotional, almost like a show.
Think Twitch for traders. You’re not just thinking “I made money” — it’s “I made money with them.”
2️⃣ Massive FOMO trigger
When you see someone hitting +300%, it’s incredibly hard not to hit “copy” next time.
3️⃣ Trust
You build trust in the streamer as they talk through their logic — and you see their trades and results live.
Who’s already pushing this format:
Mainly crypto exchanges. Most developed on:
• Bybit
• Bitget
• BingX
Why affiliates love it:
🟣 Endless viral content
Clips like “made $10k in 2 minutes” perform insanely well on short-form platforms
🟣High conversion rates
Users see real results and get heavily warmed up
🟣Low entry barrier
Super simple — no need to understand crypto, just press one button
🟣Scales through influencers
Any trader with an audience = a ready-made funnel
So what’s happening overall?
There’s been a major shift toward simplicity and entertainment.
Before — you had to grind, learn, and wait for results.
Now — you subscribe to a trader and enjoy the process with a layer of gambling-like excitement.
It’s no longer purely trading, but not quite gambling either — something in between.
The format passes moderation easily, drives cheap traffic, and delivers strong CR.
💬 What do you think about this? Do you see it as a promising format? Or don’t believe in it? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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SMITs about the Telegram Ads
Apr 25, 2026, 02:30 AM
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5 Ad Creative Trends: What Actually Works in Telegram Ads in 2026
Let’s briefly break down key insights from our internal analytics database.
We collect and analyze results from hundreds of ad campaigns to identify effective mechanics and trends.
Here are some of the trends we’re ready to share. What performs well in targeting today:
1️⃣ Minimalism in copy and banners
— Telegram is still a reading environment, not a banner-first one
— Copy should be simple — clarity beats creativity
— Complex banner design does not improve performance
🟣 How to implement:
— Creative = short, structured copy + functional visual
— Simplify and shorten the text
— Banner = calm background + 1–2 visual accents
2️⃣ Use numbers as much as possible
— Number-driven creatives consistently outperform across niches
— Abstract “profitable” loses to “+27% in 3 months”
🟣 How to implement:
Highlight concrete metrics, for example:
— percentages
— revenue
— timeframes
— number of deals / clients, etc.
3️⃣ Proof beats promises
Bold claims underperform compared to specifics:
— case studies with numbers
— screenshots (revenue, audience growth, analytics)
— a real person responsible for quality (face, name, role)
— short “real” testimonials
🟣 How to implement:
Support every promise with proof. Don’t rely on trust — earn it actively.
4️⃣ The hook is your main lever
— The same offer with different hooks produces different CTR
— Rewriting your best creative won’t save you from ad fatigue
— What works: changing the entry mechanism of the offer
🟣Example:
Take the same offer and present it through:
— results
— a case study
— exclusive access
— expertise, etc.
5️⃣ Closed communities
Telegram creatives built around access to closed clubs / chats / communities consistently perform well
🟣 How to implement:
Emphasize in your creatives:
— limited access
— private channel / chat
— expert community
— “elite” content not available publicly
Of course, our database contains far more detailed insights and valuable stats across different niches than we could fit into this post.
Want to know which creative mechanics will work best for your project? Message us here: ⏩ https://t.me/smit_link
💬 What mechanics are working for you right now? Share your experience in the comments!
SMITs about the Telegram Ads
Apr 25, 2026, 02:30 AM
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Breaking Down the Funnel: Why Use Mini Apps as an Intermediate Step?
Advertisers often don’t send traffic from Telegram Ads directly to their channel or website. Instead, they first use an intermediate step in the form of a Mini App.
This approach can sometimes reduce CPL by 30–40% or even more.
Let’s break down how this funnel works:
Funnel structure:
🟣 Ad → mini app → channel → nurturing inside the channel → purchase
🟣 Ad → mini app → landing page → purchase
At first glance, this setup may seem odd. Why add an extra step? Doesn’t that reduce reach and conversion?
No — not if the funnel is built correctly.
✔️ What problem does a Mini App solve?
— provides warming and engagement
— explains the product and demonstrates its value
— involves the user in interacting with your project
— filters out irrelevant traffic
✔️ What can the mini app mechanics look like?
— a quiz for selecting a product or service
— a product price calculator / income or benefit calculator
— a test or diagnostic
— a mini game with prize draws or promo codes
✔️ Which niches is this funnel suitable for?
— finance
— education
— services
— high-ticket products (cars, real estate, tours, etc.)
— complex products whose value requires explanation
💬 Have you tried using mini apps in your funnels? What results did you get? Share your experience in the comments!
SMITs about the Telegram Ads
Apr 25, 2026, 02:30 AM
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Bets on Ducks and Traffic Jams: A New iGaming Format That’s Taking Off Right Now
A new gambling format has been gaining traction lately: CCTV games. It’s only been around for a couple of months, but it has already made some noise.
The concept is extremely simple: a player watches a live feed from a surveillance camera and places a bet on what will happen in the next minute.
For example:
🟣 How many cars will pass through an intersection
🟣 How many ducks will swim past the camera
🟣 How many people will walk across a square
Sessions last about a minute, which makes the format a perfect fit for mobile.
Why people like it:
🟣 The camera shows the real world, so it feels like the outcome can’t be “rigged” the way it can in slots or crash games.
🟣 The gameplay is very fast and simple — the TikTok audience approves.
🟣 The format feels fresh, so it naturally creates emotion and curiosity.
Who is launching these games right now
The format is still just emerging. For now, it’s being adopted most actively by crypto casinos:
🟣 Stake
🟣 Roobet
🟣 Shuffle
The audience is mostly from developed countries, but the format is gradually gaining traction in developing markets too.
Affiliate traffic specialists are also testing this format very actively. Here’s why it appeals to them:
🟣 The format is fresh, so it’s easier to attract an audience — many people are willing to try it once or twice out of curiosity.
🟣 It looks relatively harmless, which makes moderation easier to pass.
🟣 You can use local cameras from the audience’s cities, which helps create a stronger emotional hook.
So what’s the takeaway?
Maybe this format is here to stay. Or maybe it will get a couple of months of hype and then disappear into oblivion.
But one thing is clear: if you want to test this angle, the time is now — while the market is still new and competition is minimal.
If you want to launch traffic through Telegram Ads in any country worldwide — you know where to write ⏩ https://t.me/smit_link
💬 Let’s discuss it in the comments — what do you think about CCTV? Temporary hype? A goldmine? Waiting for your take!
SMITs about the Telegram Ads
Apr 25, 2026, 02:30 AM
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The Telegram Upgrade iPhone Users Have Been Waiting Years For
Yesterday’s Telegram update made a lot of users happy.
We’ve already about the new feature that turns Telegram bots into live AI assistants.
✔️ In addition to that, the update introduced chat member tags, interactive dates, a feature that restricts forwarding messages from private chats, and a few other small improvements.
But most people and media outlets missed the most important part:
💜 Background image and media uploads have finally arrived on iOS!
Happy Android users might not even realize this, but for years iPhone users had to keep the Telegram app open while photos and videos were uploading. Sometimes it took a long time — and during that time, using the phone normally wasn’t really possible.
Now this problem is finally solved. Well, almost. If you open too many apps and Telegram gets pushed out of memory, the upload will stop.
But as long as you don’t overload your phone, background uploads will run at full speed. And that’s a huge step forward.
💬 What’s your favorite feature from the latest update?
SMITs about the Telegram Ads
Apr 25, 2026, 02:30 AM
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Competitor Wars. How to Protect Your Telegram Channel If Someone Wants to Destroy It?
There’s a new sabotage model spreading inside Telegram. So-called abuse farms exploit moderation rules to get channels banned.
The weak spot? Telegram treats your channel and its discussion chat as one system.
Here’s the mechanics:
1️⃣ An attacker leaves a neutral comment
2️⃣ The message stays untouched for days
3️⃣ Later, it’s edited — and prohibited content is attached (pirated files, drugs, porn, extremist symbols, etc.)
4️⃣ A wave of mass reports follows
For Telegram, it looks simple: Your community is spreading forbidden content.
Warning first. Ban next.
🛡 How to reduce the risk:
🟣 Restrict media & links in chat
🟣 Add captcha before users can comment
🟣 Use moderator bots (block edits, filter links)
🟣 Enable join requests only
🟣 Use paid comments (Telegram Stars)
🟣 Turn on aggressive anti-spam filter
🟣 Or disable comments completely
Security is always a trade-off. More protection = less frictionless engagement.
So extreme protection measures should only be implemented if you know that competitors are genuinely targeting your channel for destruction.
💬 Have you ever faced battles with competitors or haters on social media? Share your story in the comments!
SMITs about the Telegram Ads
Apr 25, 2026, 02:30 AM
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All Telegram chatbots can now communicate with users in real time.
Durov noted that this was introduced to improve interaction with AI-powered bots.
💬 Just a small upgrade — or preparation for launching Telegram’s own AI bot based on ? What do you think?
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SMITs about the Telegram Ads
Apr 25, 2026, 02:30 AM
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Telegram Ads Done Right: 4 Proven Lead-Gen Funnels
Here are the 4 main funnel types we use at SMITLINK after after spending $1M+ in ad budgets and running 300+ projects.
1️⃣ Funnel to a Channel
Long-term asset with high LTV
Best for: real estate, coaching, edtech — niches where trust builds slowly (3–6+ months sales cycle).
How it works:
🟣Ads → channel subscription
🟣 Feed: 80% value (insights, cases, tips, polls) + 20% offers
🟣 Nurture over weeks/months → convert via promo posts
Advantages:
✔️ Builds loyal audience
✔️ Repeat sales without repaying for the same people
✔️ High delayed ROMI
❎ Downsides: needs consistent content
2️⃣ Funnel to a Bot
Automation + fast qualified leads. Best for: trading, e-commerce, online courses — short cycles (1–2 weeks).
How it works:
🟣 Ads → bot start
🟣 Greeting + quick segmentation
🟣 Warm-up: mini-course, quiz, calculator, pain breakdown + case
🟣 Personalized offer → CTA
🟣 Push-notifications for drop-offs
Advantages:
✔️ Your bot subscriber base lives forever — relaunch ads anytime for free
✔️ Full automation + real-time qualification
❎ Downsides: high churn rate
3️⃣ Funnel to a Specific Post
Quick tests & low-barrier entry Best for: fast validation, e-commerce drops, promo launches.
How it works:
🟣 Ads → specific post
🟣 Mini text-funnel inside one post: hook (pain/question) → Value (free tip / case / infographic) → Trigger → CTA button
Advantages:
✔️ Minimal setup
✔️ Quick traffic
✔️ Perfect for A/B testing creatives & angles
❎ Downsides: most readers will just click the link and bounce — without ever subscribing.
4️⃣ Funnel to DMs
Personalized high-ticket closes. Best for: consulting, services, coaching — when you need human touch.
How it works:
🟣 Ads → invite link with params
🟣 Personalized auto-greeting + instant value tip
🟣 2–3 qualification questions → proof (cases/testimonials) → urgency offer
🟣 Hand over to manager for closing
Advantages:
✔️ Very cheap and simple
✔️ Shortest cycle
✔️ Highest conversion in some niches
❎ Downsides: No real warm-up here — the manager has to carry the whole sale on their back
💬 Comments time: which of these funnels have you actually run? What results / ROMI did you hit?
SMITs about the Telegram Ads
Apr 25, 2026, 02:30 AM
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Why Telegram Never Integrated Grok
In 2025, we Telegram to deeply integrate Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok.
The deal looked huge: $300M in cash and shares, lots of amazing AI-features in Telegram.
But it never happened.
We reviewed an https://kod.ru/why-telegram-grok-no-deal by the «Kod Durova» project. It is a major Russian-language website that regularly publishes insider information about Telegram. According to rumors, the project is partially funded by Durov’s team and serves as its semi-official mouthpiece.
What is the investigation about?
According to reports, Telegram was not only talking to xAI. They also explored partnerships with Perplexity and other AI-providers.
All negotiations hit the same wall: How to guarantee absolute user privacy with third-party AI?
The Grok partnership would have involved:
❎ Data processing by external systems
❎ Potential access to private messages
❎ Limited transparency
For Telegram, that was a red line. Durov proposed building a system that would hide users’ personal data from the AI. But Musk was not satisfied with this solution.
Instead of plugging in someone else’s AI, Telegram chose a harder path. They built their own decentralized AI infrastructure. This later became — a system where:
✔️ AI runs without exposing private data
✔️ Messages stay inside Telegram’s ecosystem
✔️ No third parties can access user content
In a market where most platforms trade privacy for growth, Telegram chose the opposite. This decision slowed monetization. But it strengthened long-term loyalty.
💬 Do you think Telegram made the right call by rejecting big AI partners to protect privacy?
SMITs about the Telegram Ads
Apr 25, 2026, 02:30 AM
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How to find high-quality Telegram channels for seeding campaigns or Telegram Ads?
What does ad performance depend on the most? Simple: where you advertise.
Finding solid channels for seeding and targeting is the most important — and often the hardest and most time-consuming — part of launching a campaign.
Here are a few tools that make the process much easier:
1️⃣ Telemetr or TGStat
Pick either one — or use both. These are Telegram channel directories where you can:
🟣search channels by keywords, or browse ready-made curated lists.
🟣Both services also track key channel metrics: ER (engagement rate), citation index, and potential signs of fake growth. These are powerful tools for discovering channels and vetting their quality.
2️⃣ TgMaps: finding similar channels
🟣This is the best option when you already have 1–2 “benchmark” channels and want to find lookalikes.
🟣Use the “Similar channels” feature: paste a link to your reference channel and you’ll get a strong list of channels with a similar audience.
🟣Another powerful TgMaps feature is competitor spying. Go to the “Creatives” section and enter the keywords relevant to your niche. The tool will show ads your competitors have been running on that topic. Check which channels they placed ads in — and add those channels to your own test list.
3️⃣ Manual method
🟣Every Telegram channel has an automatically generated list of similar channels. Often you’ll find strong, “live” channels there that aren’t listed in public directories.
🟣So in addition to browsing catalogs, it’s worth checking what Telegram itself suggests as similar channels.
🟣 The only downside: you can’t review channel metrics inside Telegram, so you’ll still need to copy those links and verify them in external analytics tools.
💬 How do you find channels for running ads? Share your best hacks in the comments!
