AlphaTON CEO Brittany Kaiser Says Telegram Is Building What Big Tech Never Could
Few figures in the tech and blockchain world speak with as much conviction as Brittany Kaiser, the CEO of AlphaTON Capital Corp. (Nasdaq: ATON) — and one of the most recognizable voices in the global privacy movement.
Known globally for her pivotal role in exposing the Cambridge Analytica scandal, Kaiser has since become a leading advocate for digital human rights, focusing her work on data sovereignty, ethical technology, and user ownership.
Now, she believes the platform carrying that torch is Telegram.
“I’ve been using Telegram for over a decade,” Kaiser said. “It’s the only top most-used app in the world that has decided to care about data ownership, privacy, and digital asset rights — so that you can own everything from your handle, your gifts and stickers to in-game assets.”
For Kaiser, Telegram represents the kind of ethical and user-centric technology that Big Tech failed to create. “Pavel [Durov] is the 100% shareholder,” she said, adding that “he’s not selling.” This, she explained, means that “no one can force him to sell user data.”
Redefining Technology Around Ownership and Trust
Kaiser’s admiration for Telegram extends beyond its functionality — she views it as a living example of how technology can respect both users and innovation. Where most large platforms have built their success on the commodification of personal data, Telegram has maintained a principle of user empowerment and minimal data collection.
She argues that privacy should not be seen as resistance to regulation, but as a right to control one’s information in a connected world. “Being private no longer means that you’re skirting around laws,” she said. “It means you are allowed to protect your data while using technology. You don’t have to overshare personal information just to participate online.”
This approach, Kaiser believes, bridges the long-standing divide between usability and security — a divide that defined much of the Web 2.0 era. Telegram’s integration with the TON blockchain now makes it possible to blend encrypted communication, digital ownership, and decentralized applications under one privacy-first framework. To Kaiser, that’s not just an upgrade to social technology — it’s the foundation for a fairer digital ecosystem.
AlphaTON’s Role in the TON Ecosystem
AlphaTON Capital Corp., the company Kaiser now leads, is positioning itself as a key player in realizing that vision. Formerly known as Portage Biotech Inc., the company officially rebranded as AlphaTON Capital in August 2025 and began trading under the ticker symbol ATON on Nasdaq in September.
AlphaTON describes itself as a specialized digital-asset treasury company focused on the TON blockchain and Telegram ecosystem. Its business model centers on acquiring and holding TON tokens, running validator operations, and investing in decentralized applications, gaming, DeFi, and digital-commerce projects that operate inside Telegram.
Expanding the Ecosystem
AlphaTON’s broader vision is to play a strategic role in expanding Telegram’s digital economy. Earlier this month, the firm signed a non-binding LOI with Animoca Brands to acquire a controlling stake in Gamee, one of the most successful Web3 gaming platforms built on Telegram.
With over 61 million active users, Gamee has become a real-world example of how blockchain applications can flourish in Telegram’s user-centric environment. Its mini-games introduce millions to Web3 not through speculation, but through entertainment that demonstrates digital ownership by experience.
“The intended strategic acquisition of Gamee shows our conviction in both the brilliance of its team as well as the high-growth opportunity presented by its user base,” Kaiser said. “It’s proof that Telegram is not just a messaging app — it’s becoming an entire digital economy.”
