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How did Gates get rich?
Bill Gates's immense wealth primarily comes from co-founding Microsoft, a software giant that revolutionised personal computing. His current focus on AI, while influential, builds on a long history of technological innovation and investment. His insights into AI's future are informed by decades at the forefront of tech development.
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