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Bill Gates was born on October 28, 1955. His real name is William Henry Gates III. An American computer programmer and entrepreneur who co-founded Microsoft Corporation, the world’s largest personal-computer software company along with his late childhood friend Paul Allen. During his career at Microsoft, Gates held the positions of chairman, chief executive officer (CEO), president and chief software architect, while also being the largest individual shareholder until May 2014. In March 2020, Gates left his board positions at Microsoft and Berkshire Hathaway to focus on his philanthropic efforts including climate change, global health and development, and education. Gates stepped down as Microsoft president in 2008 and remained on the company's board of directors until March 2020. In June 2008, Gates transitioned to a part-time role at Microsoft and full-time work at the Bill More
Elon Musk has also been named in the Epstein files. Recently released documents include multiple email exchanges between Epstein and Musk between 2012 and 2013, in which Epstein invited Musk to visit his private island in the US Virgin Islands and discussed travel logistics.
Melinda French Gates says new Epstein file allegations revive painful memories, urges accountability for those involved, including Bill Gates, while emphasizing she has moved on and focuses on victims globally.
While the documents reveal disturbing behaviour, questionable judgment, and close contact with influential individuals even after Epstein’s 2008 conviction, the files themselves do not automatically establish criminal guilt for those named.
Bill Gates has described artificial intelligence as the most transformative technology humans have ever created, warning that while its benefits could be enormous, the risks are equally serious if societies fail to govern its use responsibly.
In an earlier interview, Bill Gates called the divorce his 'biggest regret,' but added that he would still make the same decisions again because of the children and philanthropic work he shares with Melinda French Gates.
In his annual letter 'Optimism with Footnotes' released on January 9, the billionaire said that while AI is poised to be the most transformative force shaping society, it also presents serious risks that could endanger people worldwide.
Bill Gates said global child deaths will rise for the first time this century, blaming severe Western aid cuts. He criticised the US, Europe and Elon Musk’s DOGE for worsening global health outcomes.
Bill Gates has shared his year-end reading list, selecting five titles that explore purpose, climate science, communication, creative industries and the systems that shape modern progress. His recommendations focus on books that reveal how the world works beneath the surface and encourage deeper reflection during the quieter days of winter.
Bill Gates’ daughter Phoebe Gates reveals why she and her siblings were not allowed to use the “Gates” last name during their early school years. The decision, led by Melinda French Gates, aimed to give the children a normal, grounded upbringing away from privilege and public attention.
Bill Gates also defended his own climate record, noting that he offsets his carbon footprint and has invested billions in clean energy innovation.
Given that this season of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 addresses a number of societal and women's concerns, Smriti Irani views Bill Gates' appearance on the show as a logical next step.
In a surprising cultural crossover, Bill Gates appears in a viral promo for Star Plus’ iconic show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 greeting Smriti Irani’s Tulsi with “Namaste Tulsi ji, Jai Shri Krishna,” leaving fans delighted worldwide.
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 has been topping the TRP charts since its premiere in July. The show recently made headlines with a cameo by Sakshi Tanwar and is now in the spotlight again for another special guest appearance.
Scale AI co-founder Alexandr wang compared the current AI boom to the early computer revolution, when Bill Gates spent his teen years sneaking out to learn coding at a local Seattle company.
David Risher, now CEO of Lyft, recalled that Bill Gates had the tried to talk him out of quitting Microsoft for Amazon. Gates reportedly called it the 'stupidest decision' he ever saw anybody make.
Bill Gates, Paul Allen, Rick, and many others developed software that made computers intelligible to the common man. Bill Gates' Source Code is the story of that revolution, and that moment in tech history.
Bill Gates, Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist, to debut on South Korea’s hit show You Quiz on the Block, offering audiences a rare personal glimpse beyond his tech legacy and global philanthropy.
Bill Gates has warned Gen Z that AI is wiping out entry-level jobs, and tech skills alone won’t secure their future. He warns Gen Z to look beyond AI tools as automation eliminates traditional entry-level jobs.
Phoebe Gates said that rather than relying on guesswork, her startup uses AI to analyse data and reverse engineer online success.
In a recent chat on The Burnouts podcast, Phoebe and her co-founder, Sophia Kianni, opened up about the clever ChatGPT trick they swear by. Turns out, they use the chatbot to help them crack the code of viral videos.
If Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates held onto every Microsoft share, their combined fortune would be about $1.5 trillion. The Microsoft co-founder would likely be the first trillionaire, with a $1.2 trillion fortune even after his divorce -- more than thrice Elon Musk's peak net worth.
The funding round included new investors such as NVentures, the venture capital arm of Nvidia Corp., and existing backers Gates and HD Hyundai, a South Korean shipbuilder, according to a statement Wednesday
Speaking in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, the 69-year-old said most of his money will be used to improve healthcare and education in Africa over the next 20 years.
Gates pointed directly at Musk, accusing him of playing a big part in slashing the budget. He said, “He put it in the wood chipper, because he didn’t go to a party that weekend,” suggesting the decision was made carelessly.
Bill Gates made the announcement on the foundation's 25th anniversary.
