UAE-100 +0.42%|
GDP·AED +3.10%|
FDI +8.7%|
NON-OIL +5.2%|
EXPORTS +2.4%|
TOURISM +11.6%|
FINTECH +18.0%|
LOGISTICS +4.1%|
REAL EST. +6.9%|
AI INDEX +22.3%|
OUTLOOK STRONG|
UAE-100 +0.42%|
GDP·AED +3.10%|
FDI +8.7%|
NON-OIL +5.2%|
EXPORTS +2.4%|
TOURISM +11.6%|
FINTECH +18.0%|
LOGISTICS +4.1%|
REAL EST. +6.9%|
AI INDEX +22.3%|
OUTLOOK STRONG|
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// 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
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