Top 10 Richest People In The World

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8. Bill Gates, $103.7bn

Microsoft is the largest computer software company on the planet and one of the world’s most valuable companies overall. Its flagship software, Microsoft Windows, is used in computers around the world in companies and for personal use.

The company also produces hardware, such as the Xbox, and has also acquired other software companies, including Skype. Microsoft was founded in 1975 by Bill Gates, along with Paul Allen. Gates has since sold most of his shareholdings in the company, currently owning 1%. He is now estimated to be worth approximately $103.7bn and has turned his attention to philanthropic endeavors. He has pledged to give at least half of his wealth to good causes.

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