Business · 16 July 2026

Warren Buffett ends donations to Bill Gates' foundation after Epstein links

Annual share donations from billionaire investor Warren Buffett to the Bill Gates foundation have ceased, with billions of dollars now being directed to his family's charities. The cessation of donations comes weeks after Bill Gates detailed his connection to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in January filings. Buffett, who donated $47bn over 20 years, plans to dispose of his remaining stock by 2034.

By BriefTea Editorial · 16 July 2026 at 0:50

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