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Abstract:Pavel Durov, the billionaire founder and CEO of the popular encrypted messaging platform Telegram, was arrested by French authorities on Saturday evening at Le Bourget airport.
Pavel Durov, the billionaire founder and CEO of the popular encrypted messaging platform Telegram, was arrested by French authorities on Saturday evening at Le Bourget airport, just outside of Paris. The arrest occurred after Durov's private jet landed in France following a flight from Azerbaijan.
The 39-year-old entrepreneur, who co-founded Telegram in 2013 with his brother, has garnered widespread attention for his commitment to user privacy through the platform's end-to-end encryption. Telegram, now one of the top social media platforms globally, boasts nearly 900 million active users. It is particularly popular among financial services companies and trading signal providers, who use it to cultivate trader-specific communities.
However, the platform's emphasis on privacy and encryption has also made it a hub for illicit activities. Recent surveys conducted by Finance Magnates and FXStreet revealed that Telegram ranks highest among platforms where financial fraud victims report losing funds, underscoring the dual-edged nature of its encryption features.
While the exact reason for Durov's arrest remains unclear, there is widespread speculation that it may be connected to the activities on Telegram. The messaging app has faced scrutiny from various governments and organizations for its role in enabling untraceable communication, which has been exploited by bad actors.
Durov‘s journey as a tech entrepreneur has been marked by conflict with governmental authorities. In 2014, he was forced to leave Russia after refusing to comply with the Kremlin’s demands to shut down opposition communities on Telegram. Since then, he has been running the platform from Dubai, while holding dual citizenship in the United Arab Emirates and France. As of now, his net worth is estimated to be $15.5 billion.
Following Durov's arrest, the Russian government quickly expressed concern. The Russian embassy in France released a statement indicating that it is taking “immediate steps” to clarify the circumstances surrounding the detention. Additionally, the Russian news agency TASS reported that the embassy is proactively addressing the situation, despite not receiving any requests for assistance from Durovs team.
As of now, neither Telegram nor Durov's legal representatives have issued any official statement regarding the incident. The situation remains under close watch as authorities continue their investigation.
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