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  1. Jeffrey Epstein, Bill Gates, and Microsoft began an association in 2011 for philanthropic introductions and co-founding.

Gates Testifies on Epstein Ties, Allegations of Blackmail Against Microsoft Under Scrutiny

13 reports, 13 independent Updated Jun 24
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What happened

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Bill Gates testified before the U.S. House Oversight Committee regarding his past relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Gates stated that Epstein may have contemplated blackmail, using information about his extramarital affairs to pressure him into renewing contact. Gates acknowledged that the scrutiny involved philanthropic introductions made between the parties.

From indiablooms.com, yakimaherald.com

Why it matters

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The testimony focused on the alleged attempts by Epstein to leverage Gates' personal life against him. The revelations are part of a broader inquiry into the corporate ties between Microsoft and the individuals involved.

The association between Jeffrey Epstein, Bill Gates, and Microsoft began in 2011 for philanthropic introductions and co-founding.

From indiablooms.com

Who's involved

  • MicrosoftAmerican multinational technology corporation under investigation regarding ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
  • Bill GatesAmerican businessman and philanthropist whose corporate ties and past relationships are under scrutiny.
  • Jeffrey EpsteinAmerican financier and sex offender whose alleged attempts at blackmail are central to the testimony.

How it developed

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  1. Bill Gates joined Hanna Rosin on Radio Atlantic to discuss AI risks and his past misjudgments regarding Jeffrey Epstein.Sub-event
  2. New allegations of potential blackmail involving Gates, Epstein, and Microsoft.1 source
  3. Epstein allegedly attempted to blackmail Bill Gates regarding their shared history with Microsoft.1 source
  4. Bill Gates testified before Congress regarding his past relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and his foundation's donations to the NIH.Sub-event
  5. Bill Gates was questioned regarding Jeffrey Epstein's network, and Microsoft is under investigation scrutiny.Sub-event
  6. Scrutiny mounts over Bill Gates' corporate ties and meetings with Jeffrey Epstein.1 source
  7. Comer requested Gates testify in probe; Gates admitted meeting Epstein was a grave error.1 source
  8. Gates met Epstein for philanthropic projects as DOJ released documents detailing Epstein's activities.1 source
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  1. Epstein allegedly attempted to blackmail Gates regarding affairs while tied to Microsoft.1 source

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