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#482 – Pavel Durov: Telegram, Freedom, Censorship, Money, Power & Human Nature

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Started February 08, 2026

Pavel Durov is the founder and CEO of Telegram. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep482-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcript: https://lexfridman.com/pavel-durov-transcript CONTACT LEX: Feedback – give feedback to Lex: https://lexfridman.com/survey AMA – submit questions, videos or call-in: https://lexfridman.com/ama Hiring – join our team: https://lexfridman.com/hiring Othe...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
Telegram exemplifies the power of decentralized communication, promoting freedom of speech in an increasingly censored world.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
While Telegram offers freedom, it also poses risks by enabling the spread of misinformation and extremist content without accountability.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
Pavel Durov's vision for Telegram challenges traditional social media models, advocating for user control over data and content.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
The balance between user privacy and security on platforms like Telegram is essential for fostering trust in digital communication.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Feb 08, 2026
The rise of platforms like Telegram highlights the need for clearer regulations to address issues of censorship and user safety online.
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