Meet Dubai’s Richest Man--He's not a Sheikh or Prince
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Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Pavel Durov, the Russian-born tech entrepreneur behind Telegram, is Dubai's richest man with a $17.1 billion net worth. He settled in Dubai for its tax-friendly policies after leaving Russia over data privacy. Recently, Durov accused French intelligence of pressuring him to censor Moldovan channels, adding to his controversial public image amidst ongoing legal issues in France.
