What’s your reaction to Pavel Durov’s plan to divide his $17B fortune among more than 100 children—mostly conceived via sperm donation?
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov to Divide $17B Fortune Among Over 100 Children
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has revealed a highly unconventional inheritance plan: he intends to divide his estimated $17.1 billion fortune among over 100 children—six biologically and around 100 more conceived via sperm donation in 12 countries. The Russian-born tech billionaire, who also holds citizenship in France, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and the UAE, said no child will receive their inheritance until 30 years from now to foster independence and reduce familial strife. His announcement has sparked global fascination and debate over legacy, wealth distribution, and personal values. Critics call it a chaotic vanity project, while others see it as a provocative take on legacy-building in the 21st century.
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- Surprising but admirable
- Too eccentric to take seriously
- A bold legacy plan
- Feels irresponsible or chaotic