However, Durov's plans include a 30-year wait before any of his children can access their inheritance, as he wishes for them to develop independence and resilience. He explained, "I want them to live like normal people, to build themselves up alone, to learn to trust themselves." Durov, 40, cited the inherent risks associated with his line of work, particularly due to the powerful enemies he has made through his advocacy for freedoms and privacy, prompting the need for a will at this stage.

The tech mogul also faced scrutiny regarding serious criminal charges in France, stemming from allegations of improper app moderation related to crime on Telegram. Durov has vehemently denied these accusations, labeling them as "totally absurd." He defended Telegram's practices, asserting that merely being used by criminals does not implicate the service itself or its management in wrongdoing.

With over a billion monthly users, Telegram's emphasis on encrypted communication continues to attract both loyal supporters and critical scrutiny alike.