40-year-old Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov, who created the instant messaging software, has been donating sperm for the past 15 years. To date, it is estimated that there are over 100 children conceived through artificial insemination, and he has surprisingly stipulated in his will that in 30 years, his multi-billion-dollar fortune will be distributed among these over 100 'biological children.'
With a net worth of $13.9 billion (approximately 59 billion MYR), Durov recently stated in an interview with France's Le Point magazine that his brother, along with three partners, has six children. However, since he began sperm donation 15 years ago, it is estimated that there are now over 100 children born through artificial means.
'I want to make it clear that I will not differentiate between children based on their method of birth. Whether conceived naturally or through my sperm donation, they are all my children and should have equal rights. However, I have recently just finalized my will, and from today onwards, for the next 30 years, they will not be able to access my wealth.'
Currently, Telegram has over 1 billion active users, making it one of the most popular messaging platforms in the world. However, in recent years, the platform has frequently been embroiled in international disputes over controversial content.
French authorities accused Durov last year of turning Telegram into a breeding ground for criminal activities, though he has publicly denied these allegations.
According to an unpublished ruling disclosed by the Le Monde, an official from the French Ministry of Justice confirmed that, starting from July 10, Durov is allowed to stay in Dubai for up to two weeks per visit, effectively awarding him a favorable ruling to enter and exit the area more freely in the future.
Many netizens humorously commented that it might be time to press their mothers for clarity about their own lineage.