Larry Page

Google co-founder Larry Page's wealth surged by $14.9 billion to $300.9 billion, making him the world's second-richest person. This increase followed strong Alphabet earnings, driven by significant growth in its cloud business and artificial intelligence offerings. Fellow co-founder Sergey Brin also saw his net worth rise, while Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg experienced losses.

Google wasn't caught off guard by the AI revolution; its custom-built TPUs, developed since 2016, are now a formidable force. While the world focused on training, Google perfected inference with its specialized chips. This strategic, long-term investment in hardware and infrastructure positions Google as a full-stack AI leader, challenging established players like Nvidia.

Elon Musk testified in a trial against OpenAI, accusing the AI company and CEO Sam Altman of abandoning their nonprofit mission. Musk stated he co-founded OpenAI to prevent AI from falling into the wrong hands, arguing the shift to a for-profit structure violated its original purpose. He emphasized that the case's outcome could impact charitable giving nationwide.

Emails submitted as evidence in the Musk v. Altman trial reveal Elon Musk privately warned his Neuralink associates that Google DeepMind was "moving very fast" and that OpenAI was "not on a path to catch up." Testimony from OpenAI president Greg Brockman further shows Musk was fixated on DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis from OpenAI's earliest days — even questioning whether founding it as a non-profit had been a strategic mistake.

Google co-founder Larry Page championed 'crazy' innovation, believing modest growth signals failure. He pushed for 10x improvements, not incremental tweaks, establishing Google X for ambitious 'moon-shot' projects. Page , who was the CEO in 2013, argued that a lack of grand ambition, not competition, poses the biggest threat, advocating for projects that profoundly benefit humanity.

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has gifted over $26 billion, maintaining her billionaire status. Her unique, no-strings-attached approach allows organizations flexibility, drawing praise and some criticism, notably from Elon Musk. Scott's substantial donations, including significant sums to universities and the UNCF, highlight her impactful giving strategy.

According to the latest wealth rankings, Adani’s net worth has reached $92.6 billion, placing him ahead of Ambani, whose fortune is estimated at $90.8 billion. This shift has positioned Adani at the top spot both in India and across Asia.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is urging people to stay in California, despite its high taxes. Speaking at Stanford, he declared, 'Move to California. Don’t leave. It’s the highest taxes in the world, but it’s OK.' Huang, a billionaire himself, expressed contentment with potential new taxes, emphasizing his embrace of Silicon Valley living.

Tech titans Elon Musk and Sam Altman are set for a courtroom showdown over OpenAI's founding mission. Musk alleges Altman and OpenAI abandoned their nonprofit roots for profit, a claim OpenAI dismisses as a distraction fueled by Musk's rival AI venture, xAI. This high-stakes trial delves into the origins and evolution of AI's most influential companies.

The world boasts a record 3,428 billionaires, yet wealth is heavily concentrated. The United States leads with 989, followed by China (539) and India (229). Technological advancements and strong market performance are fueling this surge, with AI and consumer goods driving China's growth, while India's stock market performance boosts its billionaires' wealth.

Before OpenAI or Anthropic existed, Google and Facebook fought over a small London AI startup called DeepMind. Its CEO Demis Hassabis turned down Mark Zuckerberg's richer offer and sold to Larry Page's Google for $650 million in 2014. A new book by Sebastian Mallaby reveals how a Palo Alto dinner, a poker-style bluff, and AI safety concerns decided everything.

Demis Hassabis spent over two years negotiating a semi-independent governance structure for DeepMind inside Alphabet—complete with a $1 billion walk-away plan and a proposed 3-3-3 oversight board. Sundar Pichai shut it down, arguing AI was too central to Google's core business to be spun out. The failed experiment eventually changed how Hassabis thinks about AI safety altogether.

Mark Zuckerberg's bid for AI lab DeepMind in 2014 failed not due to finances, but a dinner with co-founder Demis Hassabis. Hassabis sought a partner prioritizing Artificial General Intelligence, not just another tech trend. Zuckerberg's broad enthusiasm for multiple emerging technologies, including VR and 3D printing, revealed his lack of singular focus on AGI, leading Hassabis to choose Google's offer.

A casual walk at Elon Musk's birthday party in 2013 led to a pivotal question from Google co-founder Larry Page to DeepMind's Demis Hassabis. Page's offer of Google's vast resources to pursue artificial general intelligence convinced Hassabis to abandon his independent venture, ultimately leading to Google's acquisition of DeepMind in 2014.

Gmail, launched as an April Fool's joke in 2004, now allows users to change their email addresses, a long-awaited feature. This update enables a digital refresh, letting users swap old, youthful usernames for more professional ones. The service has evolved significantly, integrating AI for smarter communication and summarization, solidifying its role as a communication backbone.

Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai will deliver Stanford University's 2026 Commencement address. A Stanford alumnus, Pichai expressed his privilege to address the graduating class. This marks his first in-person commencement speech, following a virtual address to the Class of 2020 during the pandemic, where he encouraged resilience and embracing change.

OpenAI's ChatGPT launch sparked a 'Code Red' at Google, prompting the return of co-founder Sergey Brin. Despite initial struggles with its AI chatbot Bard, which was later rebranded as Gemini, Google's leadership, including Brin and Larry Page, actively re-engaged to accelerate AI development. Brin's hands-on involvement in technical details significantly motivated the engineering teams.

Philanthropist Mackenzie Scott has gifted Elizabeth City State University a record $42 million, the largest per-student donation to an HBCU among her recent contributions. This significant sum, nearly triple her 2020 gift, arrives as the university launches its five-year strategic plan.

Anthropic's AI tools triggered a stock market dip, impacting tech giants. While most billionaires saw their fortunes fluctuate, Elon Musk experienced a remarkable surge, adding $64 billion in February alone. He's now on track to potentially be the first person to achieve a trillion-dollar net worth, with SpaceX's IPO on the horizon.

Palantir CEO Alex Karp acquired a Miami mansion months before his company's headquarters relocation. This move predates similar property purchases by tech titans like Mark Zuckerberg and Google founders. The trend is fueled by tax proposals in states like California, prompting wealthy executives to seek more favorable financial environments. Miami's appeal as a haven for the ultra-rich is growing.

Elon Musk clarified his potential trillion-dollar fortune represents ownership in companies like SpaceX and Tesla, not cash reserves. SpaceX's potential IPO and a new Tesla pay package tied to ambitious milestones are key drivers of his rapidly increasing net worth, which already surpasses many billionaires.

Google co-founder Sergey Brin is reportedly linked to a $51 million waterfront mansion purchase in Miami's exclusive Allison Island. While his name isn't on the deed, transaction documents point to his involvement. This move places him alongside other tech titans like Larry Page and Mark Zuckerberg, who have also invested heavily in Miami's luxury real estate market, driving up prices.

China now leads the world with 1,110 billionaires, surpassing the United States, according to the Hurun Global Rich List. The nation added 287 new billionaires, largely driven by AI, semiconductors, and healthcare, showcasing rapid wealth creation and a significant shift in global economic power.

Google founder Larry Page champions a "10x" philosophy, advocating for ambitious breakthroughs over incremental improvements. This approach emphasizes tackling problems from the ground up and exploring what technology can make possible, leading to significant impact. Page's vision drove innovations like Gmail's vast storage and the creation of Google X for moonshot projects.

Elon Musk reflects on his lost friendship with Google co-founder Larry Page, with their fallout triggered by disagreements over AI safety. Their bond fractured irreparably after Musk hired a top Google AI scientist for OpenAI, causing significant tension and feelings of betrayal on Page's part.

Larry Page and Sergey Brin will be selling ten million shares of Google in the next five years, a move that will see the duo giving away their majority voting rights in the online search engine they co-founded in 1998.

Google co-founder Larry Page has shifted key business entities, including his family office, out of California to Delaware, Nevada, and Florida. This move, completed by late December 2025, precedes a potential state wealth tax on billionaires. Other tech figures are also exploring exits, citing privacy and financial advantages.