All you need to know about Telegram's founder, Pavel Durov! 

The 39-year-old Russian billionaire was recently arrested for allegedly failing to control the criminal activity on his messaging app, Telegram.

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Durov is the founder and owner of the messaging app Telegram, which has more than 700 million monthly users. 

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Durov is estimated to have a net worth of about $15.5 billion, according to Forbes, making him the world’s 121st wealthiest person.

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Durov holds a dual citizenship of France and UAE.

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He founded Telegram in 2013, marketing it as an uncensored and neutral platform accessible to people from all walks of life and views.

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Telegram was headquartered in Berlin and moved to Dubai, where Durav now resides. 

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Earlier in 2006, he created a 'Russian Facebook' VK, along with a former classmate.

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He was arrested on Saturday at the Paris airport immediately after exiting his private jet for numerous complicity charges.

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Reports stated that he was on the list of wanted individuals by French authorities for issues related to Telegram's activity. 

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Reacting to the arrest, Elon Musk tweeted, "POV: It’s 2030 in Europe, and you’re being executed for liking a meme.”

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