Billionaire Pavel Durov Shocks the World with $14B Inheritance Plan for His 100+ Children
In a stunning move that has captivated global headlines, Pavel Durov, the enigmatic billionaire founder of Telegram, has reportedly decided to leave his entire $14 billion fortune to more than 100 children he has fathered over the years. The decision, which translates to an estimated $132 million per child, is being hailed as one of the most extraordinary acts of private wealth distribution in modern history.
Durov, often referred to as the “Mark Zuckerberg of Russia,” launched Telegram in 2013 following his controversial exit from VKontakte, Russia’s largest social network. Since then, Telegram has grown into one of the world’s most secure and widely used messaging platforms, amassing hundreds of millions of users across the globe. Despite his public presence in the tech world, Durov has maintained a notoriously private personal life—until now.
According to legal documents and insider sources, Durov has made arrangements to allocate his entire tech billionaire fortune directly to his biological children, all of whom are part of Generation Alpha—those born from 2010 onwards. The move comes at a time when debates about inheritance, wealth inequality, and the ethics of extreme capital accumulation are dominating conversations in economic and social circles.
Many are questioning the implications of such a vast inheritance for children so young. Psychologists and social commentators are divided—some believe this windfall could offer these Gen Alpha heirs unparalleled opportunities, while others warn that being handed $132 million each could lead to disconnection, entitlement, and loss of purpose.
Financial analysts point out that Durov’s strategy is highly unusual. Most tech billionaires, from Elon Musk to Bill Gates, have opted to donate large portions of their fortunes to philanthropy or set up charitable foundations. In contrast, Durov appears to be focusing entirely on his biological legacy, with no mention of public trust funds, charities, or institutional support in his inheritance structure.
Tech industry observers suggest this may reflect Durov’s deep skepticism of traditional systems, governments, and even NGOs—values he has consistently embodied through his work with Telegram, especially in his vocal advocacy for privacy, decentralization, and digital freedom...