Epstein's Silicon Valley connections extended far beyond Gates and Musk
Newly released DOJ files reveal that the deceased financier had cultivated an extensive network of relationships throughout Silicon Valley, involving numerous tech industry leaders.
The U.S. Justice Department has released millions of documents revealing Jeffrey Epstein's connections with prominent technology industry figures. The files document interactions with Elon Musk, Bill Gates, Sergey Brin, Peter Thiel, Reid Hoffman, and Steven Sinofsky.
Peter Thiel's communications with Epstein spanned from 2014 to 2019, with discussions focusing on financial and tax matters. Epstein reportedly invested $40 million in venture capital funds co-founded by Thiel.
Reid Hoffman, LinkedIn's co-founder, visited Epstein's private island in 2014 and attended a dinner hosted by Hoffman that included Mark Zuckerberg and other tech leaders. Sergey Brin's connections are documented through email exchanges with Epstein's associate Ghislaine Maxwell regarding social events. Steven Sinofsky sought Epstein's financial advice regarding his Microsoft departure.
Authorities clarify that mention in these documents does not necessarily indicate wrongdoing, though the files illustrate Epstein's extensive influence within the tech industry.
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