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Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft, has reportedly donated around $50 million to Future Forward, a non-profit group backing U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign. This donation is notable because Gates has typically kept his political contributions low-key and has not publicly endorsed Harris.
According to the New York Times, Gates is concerned about the potential implications of a second term for Donald Trump. He fears that such an outcome could lead to cuts in vital areas like family planning and global health programs—issues his philanthropic organization, the Bill &amp; Melinda Gates Foundation, deeply cares about.
While Gates has publicly stated his commitment to work with any candidate he highlights that this election is different. As per <a href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/world/bill-gates-backs-kamala-harris-with-50-million-donation-report-19497464.htm" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">reports</a>, he said, “I support candidates who show a commitment to improving health care, reducing poverty, and fighting climate change.”.&nbsp;
His donation will not appear on public records since it is funneled through Future Forward USA Action, a ‘dark money’ organization that does not disclose its donors.
Interestingly, Gates’s donation comes at a time when the cryptocurrency landscape is also witnessing significant changes. With crypto becoming a mainstream topic, candidates like Harris are looking to innovate in economic policy, including potential regulations around digital currencies.&nbsp;
Gates himself has been cautious about cryptocurrency but recognizes its potential to empower underbanked populations—a cause that aligns with his philanthropic goals.
As the campaign heats up, this donation could influence how candidates engage with tech and finance sectors, including the growing crypto industry. The intersection of politics and cryptocurrency could lead to new discussions on regulations, adoption, and innovation, making Gatas’s involvement particularly noteworthy.
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Bill Gates Backs Harris with $50M, Crypto World Reacts

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