Pavel Durov surprised everyone with his will

Pavel Durov prepared a will with delayed access to inheritance for his children due to risks associated with his fight for digital freedoms. The Telegram founder arranged for his heirs to gain access to financial assets only after three decades.

"I want them to live like ordinary people, to build their own lives, to learn to trust themselves, to know how to create, rather than depend on a bank account", – the billionaire shared in an interview with French publication Le Point.

The messenger creator admitted that his activities have led to "many enemies, including in powerful states." Durov emphasized that with these measures he aims to protect both his children and the Telegram platform he created.

During the conversation, the entrepreneur revealed that he is the "official father" of six children from three different women. He also mentioned the recent birth of a son in Dubai, from whom he was forced to separate due to his detention by French authorities.