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Chinese Billionaires Expand U.S. Childbirth for Business and Citizenship
world2 months ago

Chinese Billionaires Expand U.S. Childbirth for Business and Citizenship

An ultra-wealthy Chinese businessman, Xu Bo, has fathered over 100 children through U.S. surrogacy with the aim of having around 20 U.S.-born heirs to inherit his gaming empire, similar to other billionaires like Pavel Durov, who also has over 100 children. Xu's actions have sparked controversy and denials from his company, highlighting a trend among the ultra-rich to parent numerous children to secure their legacies.

Telegram founder Pavel Durov to leave $14 billion estate to over 100 children
business8 months ago

Telegram founder Pavel Durov to leave $14 billion estate to over 100 children

Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, plans to leave his estate equally to over 100 children he fathered through relationships and sperm donation, with a 30-year delay before inheritance to encourage independence. Despite an estimated net worth of $13.9 billion, he emphasizes his wealth is not liquid and is tied to investments like Bitcoin. Durov aims to protect his company and uphold his values amid his work's risks.

Telegram Founder to Leave $14 Billion to Over 100 Children
technology8 months ago

Telegram Founder to Leave $14 Billion to Over 100 Children

Telegram founder Pavel Durov plans to leave his multibillion-dollar fortune to over 100 children he has fathered through natural means and sperm donations, with a will that delays access until they are 30 years old to encourage independence. Durov, worth around $13.9 billion, emphasizes his desire for his children to live normal lives and not depend on wealth, amid his ongoing legal and political challenges.

Telegram Founder to Leave $132 Million Each to Over 100 Children
business8 months ago

Telegram Founder to Leave $132 Million Each to Over 100 Children

Telegram founder Pavel Durov has included over 100 of his biological children, conceived through sperm donation, in his $13.9 billion will, potentially leaving each around $132 million, though they will inherit after 30 years to encourage independence. Durov's wealth plan is unique among billionaires, who typically leave less to their children, and he emphasizes self-reliance for his offspring.

Telegram Founder Pavel Durov to Leave $17 Billion to Over 100 Children
business8 months ago

Telegram Founder Pavel Durov to Leave $17 Billion to Over 100 Children

Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, claims to have fathered over 100 children through sperm donation and has six children with three partners, sharing his $13.9 billion fortune among them. He emphasizes his children will not access their inheritance for 30 years to encourage independence. Durov also denies serious criminal charges in France related to app moderation, calling the allegations 'absurd'.

Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Plans to Leave $17 Billion to Over 100 Children
technology8 months ago

Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Plans to Leave $17 Billion to Over 100 Children

Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, plans to leave his $13.9 billion fortune to over 100 children, whom he fathered through natural means and sperm donation, emphasizing independence and self-reliance. He has recently drafted his will, with the inheritance set for 30 years from now, and each child potentially receiving around $131 million. Durov, who is also involved in legal controversies with French authorities, advocates for responsible use of his messaging platform.

"Kremlin Issues Warning to Telegram Boss Following Moscow Terror Attack"
politics1 year ago

"Kremlin Issues Warning to Telegram Boss Following Moscow Terror Attack"

The Kremlin's spokesperson called out Telegram's founder, Pavel Durov, for not monitoring the messaging app more closely, claiming that terrorists use it, following an attack in Moscow where the attackers were reportedly recruited in a Telegram channel belonging to ISIS-K. Despite this, Russia currently has no plans to ban Telegram, which is used by up to 49 million people in the country. Critics accuse Telegram of tolerating the spread of conspiracy theories and hate speech, but Durov has defended the platform's commitment to freedom of speech and neutrality.