Where Did Sir Richard Branson Get His Money? Virgin Group, Explained
Where did Sir Richard Branson get his money? Learn more about the Virgin Group and the Virgin Galactic company that sent the billionaire to space.
Billionaires
News and in-depth articles about billionaires like Elon Musk, Warren Buffett, Jeff Bezos, and more.
Sir Richard Branson Pledged to Give Half of His Fortune to Charity
Virgin Group billionaire Sir Richard Branson is credited for the charitable donations that he makes to numerous organizations.
Elon Musk's Court Appearance: What It Means for Tesla Shareholders
On July 12, Tesla CEO Elon Musk will be at the Delaware Court of Chancery as he testifies on the SolarCity acquisition issue.
Family of Ex-Pharma Exec Jonah Shacknai’s Late Girlfriend Wants Her Death Investigated
What’s Jonah Shacknai’s net worth? Learn more about the former Medicis Pharmaceutical CEO and his late girlfriend, Rebecca Zahau.
Warren Buffett Has Donated Tens of Billions of His Fortune So Far
How much has Warren Buffett donated to charity? The Berkshire Hathaway CEO once pledged to donate 99 percent of his wealth.
How Ursula Burns Beat the Odds and Made Her Billions
Ursula Burns has made a name for herself by fighting against all odds. What is her success story and what is her net worth?
Warren Buffett and Bill Gates Have Been Friends for 30 Years
Warren Buffett's decision to leave the Gates Foundation won’t impact his relationship with Bill Gates. The two billionaires have been best friends for almost 30 years.
Elon Musk Doesn’t Have a Public TikTok, Fan Found Out the Hard Way
Does Elon Musk have a TikTok account? An account claiming to belong to the Tesla CEO and SpaceX founder had one fan thinking he was going to get a Tesla.
Why Satellite Company Starlink Doesn't Have a Set IPO Date
Satellite internet company Starlink doesn't have a set IPO. According to Elon Musk, the company needs a predictable cash flow.
Elon Musk’s Inventions Include PayPal, Zip2, and Neuralink
Although most people know Elon Musk as the co-founder of Tesla and SpaceX, the entrepreneur has many other inventions under his belt.
Why Do People Hate Jeff Bezos? Well, It's Complicated
Jeff Bezos might soon be stepping down as Amazon's CEO, but that doesn't mean his wealth and influence are going anywhere. Why do people hate him so much?
Mark Cuban’s Crypto Loss Leads to Calls for Regulation
Mark Cuban lost money on the Titan token cryptocurrency crash this week, which has led to calls for more crypto regulation.
Did Jeff Bezos Really Try to Buy the Catholic Church?
Did Jeff Bezos try to buy the Catholic Church? Some social media users seems to think so, but they might have been duped. Here’s what we know.
Bill Gates Shares Summer 2021 Reading List Amid Tumultuous Year
Bill Gates’s summer reading list for 2021 includes works by Barack Obama, Elizabeth Kolbert, Richard Powers, and more.
Paul Tudor Jones—Billionaire Investor and Bitcoin Believer
Who is Paul Tudor Jones’ wife? Learn more about the Tudor Investment Corporation founder and billionaire investor and his family life.
Why Certain Billionaires Aren't Paying Taxes, Explained
ProPublica's research on billionaires' tax records showed the wealthiest paid little to no taxes in recent years. Which billionaires aren't paying taxes?
Paul Tudor Jones Might Buy More Bitcoin Due to Fed and Inflation
Billionaire investor Paul Tudor Jones said that unless the Fed starts treating inflation as a problem, he might buy more bitcoin.
Will Jeff Bezos Back SafeMoon After Musk Chose Dogecoin?
Right now, cryptocurrencies are the hottest asset class. Many people wonder whether Jeff Bezos will back SafeMoon after Musk chose dogecoin.
Elon Musk's Leaked Tax Return Shows Minimal Federal Payouts
A ProPublica report divulged leaked tax returns from big-time billionaires. Elon Musk wasn't immune. What does his tax return show?
Billionaire Investor Mario Gabelli's Holdings, Explained
Although Mario Gabelli doesn’t own AMC shares, his firm does own stock in media companies like ViacomCBS, Disney, Sony, and Netflix.
Jeff Bezos's Potential 'Bailout' Money Is Being Debated in Congress
A Congressional amendment to a science and technology bill could give Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin funding after the SpaceX loss.
Bill Gates Money Manager Michael Larson's Net Worth Could Be a Highlight Amid Controversy
Amid controversy, Bill Gates' money manager Michael Larson could be safeguarding a hefty net worth.
Bernard Arnault Got Rich Through His Luxury Brands Conglomerate
Bernard Arnault is the CEO of LVMH, the massive luxury company, which has given him an net worth of over $180 billion.
Media Mogul Barry Diller's Marriage Gave Him a Built in Family
Media Mogul Barry Diller has been married for decades, but does he have any kids? What's Diller's personal life like amid his professional success?
Alisher Usmanov Made Billions Due to Impressive Business Portfolio
Uzbekistan-born Alisher Usmanov is a ridiculously wealthy Russian oligarch for a variety of reasons. What companies does he own?
Squarespace Founder and CEO Anthony Casalena Owns $42 Million in Property
Squarespace founder and CEO of Anthony Casalena owns millions in assets and a business worth billions. But what's his net worth?
Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos's New Yacht Costs $500 Million
Megabillionaire Jeff Bezos's monstrous yacht cost an estimated $500 million. The cost doesn’t even include the support boat.
How Bill Gates Boosts His Billions—Investment Portfolio Explained
Here's a look at what multi-billionaire Bill Gates's investment portfolio focuses on. How does he invest his billions?
Yale Endowment Chief David Swensen Dies at 67, Leaves His Mark
David Swensen passed away at 67 years old on May 5, 2021. The head of Yale’s endowment fund built the university’s wealth but also his own.
Bitcoin Has Given the Winklevoss Twins the Last Laugh
How many Bitcoins do the Winklevoss twins own? Learn more about Gemini founders Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss’s lucrative investment in cryptocurrency.
Billionaire CEO Jared Isaacman Found Three Strangers to Go to Space With Him
Learn more about Jared Isaacman’s wife, net worth, and career history, now that the Shift4 CEO is going into space on SpaceX’s Inspiration 4 mission.
The Gates' Divorce Settlement Is Gonna Be Huge, And There's No Prenup
Although there haven't been any specific details yet on the divorce settlement for Bill and Melinda Gates, it could be the largest settlement on record.
Who Will Inherit Most of Warren Buffett’s $106 Billion?
Who will inherit Warren Buffett’s money? His kids will get some, but the vast majority is going elsewhere, as the Berkshire Hathaway CEO has vowed.
Ethereum Creator Vitalik Buterin's Net Worth Is in the Billions, For Now
At just 27 years old, Vitalik Buterin has managed to create a thriving cryptocurrency that's sending him into billionaire domain.
George Lucas Finally Explained Why He Sold ‘Star Wars’ to Disney
Why did George Lucas sell ‘Star Wars’? In a recent book, the filmmaker explained his decision to sell Lucasfilm and its sci-fi franchise to Disney.
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai's Overall Compensation Shrank in 2020
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai's compensation decreased in 2020, even though his salary increased by more than 300 percent.
Jeff Bezos Couldn't End Global Poverty, But There Are Other Options
The real question for Jeff Bezos (whose soaring net worth puts him at the top of the list of world's richest people) is whether he can end poverty.
Bill Gates’ Sun-Dimming Study Could Help Cool the Earth—If It Ever Launches
Is Bill Gates’ sun-dimming study real? Yes, the billionaire is backing a Harvard geoengineering plan to reflect sunlight back into space.
Elon Musk Has Helped Dogecoin Soar, but Does the Tesla CEO Own Any?
He tweets about it alot, but does Elon Musk own any Dogecoin? The Tesla and SpaceX CEO has certainly had sway over its growth over the last several months.
Some People Are Convinced Jeff Bezos Is on Steroids
Some people are convinced Jeff Bezos is on steroids, and the Amazon CEO’s physique has been a talking point for years. Read more about his bulk-up.
Can Lex Greensill's Net Worth Stand Strong Amid Controversy?
So far in 2021, Greensill Capital isn't having a good year. Lex Greensill is at the head of it, and his personal life might suffer in response.
GameStop's Ryan Cohen Keeps His Private Life Private, Wife Included
New GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen knows how to make waves where he wants to, but what about his wife and personal life?
Kevin David Lehmann's Net Worth: Youngest Billionaire in the World
After inheriting stake in a German drugstore chain, Kevin David Lehmann has become the world's youngest billionaire—for now.
Reality TV Is Just One Small Piece of Kim Kardashian Billion
Kim Kardashian earned her a spot on Forbes Magazine’s World’s Billionaires List. Here's how she became a billionaire.
Michael Eisner’s Net Worth Amid Topps SPAC Deal
Find out Michael Eisner’s net worth and career history now that Topps, for which he serves as chairman, is going public through a SPAC merger.
Could Jeff Bezos Become Owner of the Los Angeles Chargers?
Is Jeff Bezos buying the Chargers? Not yet, but the co-trustee of the Los Angeles NFL team named him as a possible new owner.
How Much of Palantir Does Alex Karp Still Own?
Palantir CEO Alex Karp’s ownership stake is held in a stockpile of shares. However, Karp’s executive power doesn’t stop there.
(Almost) Every Elon Musk Tweet About Dogecoin
Although he has suggested that it's only as a joke, Elon Musk posts a lot of tweets about Dogecoin. Is he really doing it ironically? Either way, each tweet seems to push doge price upward.
Elon Musk's COVID Vaccine Opinion: Tesla CEO Tweets About Second Dose
Tesla CEO Elon Musk shared his COVID vaccine opinion again on March 12. He cast doubt about the safety of the “second jab.”
Elon Musk Was Very Sad' That Neil Armstrong Was Skeptical of SpaceX
In 2012, Neil Armstrong shared skepticism about Elon Musk’s SpaceX and other commercial space companies. His doubts made Musk “very sad.”