In brief
Pavel Durov, the founder of the messaging app Telegram, announced his intention to share his estimated fortune of $13.9 billion with the more than 100 children he has fathered, ensuring a fair inheritance while promoting their self-sufficiency.
In a recent interview with French magazine Le Point, Pavel Durov, the 40-year-old Russian tech mogul, revealed that his unique family dynamic includes six children with three partners and over 100 he fathered through sperm donations. He emphasized that all his children, regardless of how they came into the world, will have equal rights to his wealth. "I want them to live like normal people, to build themselves up alone," Durov expressed, stating that he had drafted a will to prevent any rivalries among his offspring after his passing.Durov's statement about inheritance alludes to his desire for his children to achieve personal growth before accessing their funds - they will not be able to claim any part of his fortune for the next 30 years. He believes this approach will help instill the values of independence and creativity rather than dependence on a bank account.In addition to discussing his parental plans, Durov commented on ongoing legal challenges in France related to allegations of failing to moderate content associated with criminal activities on his platform. He firmly denies these accusations, calling them "totally absurd," and insists that the misuse of Telegram by criminals does not implicate him or the service he offers. He explained that this bold and principled stance has created enemies in powerful places, prompting him to prepare for the risks associated with his work defending freedom through technology.
