Bill Gates in the News - September 5, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates joined President Donald Trump’s high-level gathering of technology executives at the White House yesterday, where discussions centered on artificial intelligence and U.S. investment. The event brought together leaders from Microsoft, Apple, Google, Meta, and OpenAI to outline commitments for domestic AI research, development of data centers, and public-private partnerships in quantum computing and cybersecurity. Gates emphasized the need to leverage AI “to benefit the poorest communities both abroad and at home,” citing past successes like Operation Warp Speed as a model for accelerated innovation in health and infrastructure.

SEOUL - In Korean book markets today, three titles surged back onto bestseller lists following enthusiastic endorsements from Bill Gates. The Microsoft legend’s online recommendations propelled essays on constitutional law, global health policy, and technology ethics to the top of national rankings, demonstrating his continued influence beyond philanthropy and technology spheres. Industry analysts noted that sales for these volumes doubled within 24 hours of Gates’s public praise, underscoring the reach of his endorsements in international publishing.