Several reports have confirmed that Pavel Durov, the
founder and CEO of Telegram, has been transferred from custody to court, Cointelegraph
reported. According to sources close to the matter, Durov’s detention period
was nearing its end, prompting his transfer to the Paris court.

Unexpected Court Appearance

The Russian news agency RIA Novosti revealed that
Durov was brought to court at around 1:00 PM UTC, marking a significant moment
in what appears to be an ongoing legal matter. A RIA Novosti correspondent reported that two cars
with flashing lights were seen speeding away from the National Anti-Fraud
Bureau in the suburbs of Paris.

This location is where Durov was believed to have been
held during his detention. The sudden movement sparked speculation and concern,
hinting at the seriousness of the situation.

As Durov appeared before the investigating judge, the
possibility of charges being filed became a key focus. The French news agency
Agence France-Presse (AFP) also confirmed Durov’s appearance in court, citing a
source close to the case.

Durov’s court appearance raises many questions about
the future of Telegram and its leadership. While details remain sparse, the
tech community and Telegram users worldwide are keenly watching the
developments.

Durov’s Arrest

Durov was arrested last weekend by the French
authorities at Le Bourget airport, which is located outside Paris. The
39-year-old billionaire was detained around 8 pm local time after his private
jet landed at the French airport. He had traveled to France from Azerbaijan.

Although the reason for his arrest is unknown, it is
reported to be related to the activities of his messaging platform. Durov and
his brother founded Telegram in 2013 as an end-to-end encryption on the
platform.

Notably, he was forced to leave Russia the following
year after failing to comply with the local government’s order to shut down
opposition communities on the platform. Telegram is now one of the leading
social media platforms, with about 900 million active users. Durov reportedly operates Telegram from Dubai. The
Russian-born entrepreneur holds dual citizenship in the UAE and France. His estimated
net worth is $15.5 billion.

This article was written by Jared Kirui at www.financemagnates.com.

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