Is This the End of Billionaire Philanthropy?
Most Innovative Companies · Fast Company
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Show Notes
On today's episode, co-hosts Yasmin Gagne and Josh Christensen discuss the latest news in the world of business and innovation. Including OpenAI’s acquisition of Jony Ive’s hardware firm, io; Walmart’s likely price increases due to tariffs; and the sale of 23andMe. (00:49)
Next, Yasmin talks to Fast Company contributing writer Joe Berkowitz and Fast Company Associate Editor David Salazar about Bill Gates ending his philanthropic organization, the Gates Foundation, in the next two decades, the state of philanthropy, and the next class of billionaires. (08:33)
Finally, Yaz and Josh interview Fast Company contributing writer Clint Rainey about Vincent Bolloré and the allegations surrounding his business ventures in Africa. (26:50)
For more of the latest business and innovation news, go to https://www.fastcompany.com/news
To read Joe Berkowitz’s coverage of Bill Gates: https://www.fastcompany.com/91333066/bill-gates-warren-buffett-benevolent-billionaire-era-over
To read Clint Rainey’s article on Vincent Bolloré: https://www.fastcompany.com/91334554/vincent-bollore-restitution-for-africa-complaint