They might tackle problems that governments won’t touch, but it’s an open question whether any individual should command such vast wealth and influence. It’s also debatable whether they’re donating money in the most effective way; MacKenzie Scott, Bezos’ ex-wife, has demonstrated a different approach with her aggressive yet hands-off style of giving. Hans Peter Schmitz,…
Bill Gates was ever the proud father as he joined his youngest daughter, Phoebe, in a new venture that explores issues like the rise of AI and climate change. The pair have teamed up for the Netflix show What’s Next? The Future with Bill Gates, which will drop on the streaming site on September 18. …
The Microsoft founder is ramping up his investments in nuclear power. Halil Sagirkaya/Anadolu via Getty Images Despite the decades-long efforts of scientists around the world, the commercialization of nuclear fusion technology has not yet been achieved on Earth. However, Bill Gates, who has invested significantly in both nuclear fission and fusion startups, is betting on…