Pavel Durov, the self-exiled founder of Telegram, revealed in a recent interview that he plans to leave his substantial fortune, estimated at $13.9 billion (£10.3 billion), to over 100 children he has fathered. The entrepreneur stated all his children, including six with three partners and over 100 from sperm donations, will have equal rights to his wealth. To avoid family disputes after his passing, he emphasized the importance of their financial independence, stating that they will not have access to their inheritance for 30 years. "I want them to live like normal people," he explained, advocating for self-reliance and personal growth.
Durov is currently facing serious criminal charges in France related to content moderation on his platform but has labeled these allegations as "totally absurd." He insists that the presence of criminal activity on his messaging app does not implicate him or Telegram as criminals. With over a billion users, Telegram prioritizes privacy and encryption, making it a popular choice despite recent controversies.
