LIVE: Bill Gates to Attend AI Impact Summit, Foundation Confirms
Gates’ name has also been removed from the summit’s official website listing attendees
New Delhi: Microsoft founder Bill Gates will attend the AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation confirmed, dismissing earlier media reports claiming his absence as incorrect.
There were reports on Bill Gates not attending the India AI Impact Summit 2026, after his name surfaced in documents linked to convicted financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Reports indicated the government reviewed the invitation following the controversy and decided against his participation, stating the move reflects a position of standing with survivors.
Gates’ name has also been removed from the summit’s official website listing attendees.
The development follows online criticism after the release of files by the United States Department of Justice that mentioned several prominent global figures. Officials have not alleged wrongdoing by Gates in connection with the documents.
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi is hosting global leaders, policymakers and technology experts to discuss artificial intelligence and its societal impact.
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