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Telegram Founder Leaves £17bn to 106 Children

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov during a broadcast

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has announced plans to leave his £17 billion fortune to 106 children he fathered over the past 15 years, 6 biologically and 100+ via anonymous sperm donation in 12 countries.

None of the children will receive the inheritance until 2055, when they each turn 30 years old. Durov says the delay is to encourage personal growth and independence.

Telegram CEO narrating how profitable messaging apps are

The billionaire, who founded both VKontakte and Telegram, announced legal battles in France over Telegram’s content moderation policies.

This move has sparked intense debate worldwide, with many calling it a bold and personal redefinition of family legacy.

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