Key Facts
• Pavel Durov, 40, is the founder and CEO of Telegram.
• He revealed plans to leave his wealth to over 100 children.
• Durov has six children from relationships and many others via sperm donation.
• He recently created a will to ensure equal inheritance for all his children.
• Durov stated, “All my children have the same rights.”
• His wealth is estimated at $13.9 billion (approx. ¥2.03 trillion).
• He attributes his wealth to Bitcoin investments, not Telegram’s sale.
• Telegram has over 1 billion monthly users and is known for encryption.
• Durov was arrested in Paris last year over allegations involving Telegram.
• He denied the charges, calling them “absurd.”
Summary
Pavel Durov, the Russian-born founder and CEO of Telegram, disclosed plans to distribute his wealth equally among over 100 children, including six from relationships and others born via sperm donation. In a recent interview, Durov emphasized that all his children have equal rights and expressed his desire to avoid disputes after his death. His wealth, estimated at $13.9 billion, primarily stems from Bitcoin investments. Telegram, with over 1 billion monthly users, is renowned for its encryption features. Durov faced legal issues in Paris last year but denied all allegations, asserting that the platform’s use by criminals does not implicate its operators.
