Bill Gates backs out of India AI Impact Summit speech amid Epstein storm

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseFebruary 19, 2026 at 05:59 AM

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Bill Gates has withdrawn from delivering the keynote address at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi on Thursday. The Gates Foundation cited a need to keep the focus on the summit's priorities as the reason for his withdrawal, following his mention in the Epstein files. The summit, featuring Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and tech CEOs, will address the opportunities and threats of artificial intelligence. The Gates Foundation's president of Africa and India offices will speak in his place. The Gates Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to its work in India. Gates recently expressed regret for his association with Jeffrey Epstein.

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