Messaging & channels

Telegram

A cloud-based messaging app available on phone and desktop. Its Bot API and BotFather let developers create bots that send and receive messages programmatically.

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How and why we use Telegram at AI4NTP

How we talk to our agents. In Episode 003 we connected a fresh OpenClaw agent to Telegram through BotFather, so you can message it and assign tasks from your phone. Ian’s favorite channel because it is the easiest to set up.

Telegram FAQ

Is Telegram free?

Yes, Telegram has a free tier. Free.

How much does Telegram cost?

Free.

What did AI4NTP use Telegram for?

Ian Kilpatrick used it in Episode 003 to connected the OpenClaw agent so you control it by chat.

Telegram at a glance

CategoryMessaging & channels
PricingFree.
Free tierYes
Used live inEpisode 003
Operator(s)Ian Kilpatrick
Websitetelegram.org

See how we used Telegram live at AI4NTP

Episode 003 · Ian Kilpatrick
Connected the OpenClaw agent so you control it by chat.
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Last updated 2026-06-11