Tech oligarchs reshape humanity while billionaires of old seem quaint

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 5 min read 100% complete by Eduardo PorterMarch 8, 2026 at 11:00 AM

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In 1992, the world's wealthiest individuals came from diverse industries, representing a smaller portion of the US GDP. By 2025, the top billionaires are primarily from the tech sector, controlling a significantly larger share of the US GDP. This shift highlights the rapid revolution of the world economy by new technologies. The concentration of wealth and power in the hands of a few tech oligarchs raises concerns about their influence on the future of humanity, particularly regarding artificial intelligence. A small group of individuals, including leaders from companies like Anthropic and Open AI, will likely guide the development and application of AI. This is problematic because their worldview is embedded in a belief that technology is the solution.

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LVMH 50% Larry Ellison 60% Bernard Arnault 60% Amancio Ortega 60% Warren Buffett 60% Larry Page 60% Sergey Brin 60% Elon Musk 70% Forbes ×270% Jeff Bezos 70% Mark Zuckerberg 70% Bill Gates 80%

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technology 90% billionaires 90% oligarchy 80% wealth inequality 80% technology moguls 70% artificial intelligence 70% economic power 60% economic revolution 60% future of work 50%

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