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Pavel Durov Fathers Over 100 Children and Plans to Leave $14 Billion to His Offspring

He financed free IVF in Moscow using his sperm, delaying inheritance access until 2055 to foster self-reliance.

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Meet This Telegram Founder Who Plans To Leave $14 Billion To Over 100 Children He Has Fathered

Overview

  • Durov has donated sperm for more than 15 years, resulting in over 100 biological children across 12 countries.
  • He underwrites free IVF treatments at Moscow’s AltraVita clinic for women who choose to use his sperm.
  • In a newly drafted will, Durov ordered his $14 billion fortune to be split equally among his children with payouts deferred until 2055.
  • His actions exemplify a growing pronatalism movement among tech moguls who see procreation as a civic duty.
  • Experts warn that unregulated high-volume donations risk accidental incest and psychological harm amid inconsistent international limits.