// executive / profile.md
Pavel Durov
Founder & CEO · Telegram
industry: Technology
// bio
Pavel Durov founded and leads Telegram, one of the most widely used global messaging platforms, headquartered out of the UAE.
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2026-05-25
Pavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, recently highlighted a perceived deficiency in WhatsApp's encryption, positioning Telegram as a strong alternative in secure communications. This statement reinforces Telegram's commitment to user privacy and secure messaging platforms, a core value of the company under Durov's leadership.
// key achievements
- 01Built Telegram into a top-tier global messaging platform with 900M+ users
- 02Anchored Telegram's product reputation around speed and privacy
- 03Long-standing advocate for free expression online
- 04Supported the UAE's growth as a global tech-founder hub