‘Is Trump govt building a portfolio, or…?’ Why Bill Gates is uneasy over US govt buying equity stakes in private firms (opens original article in a new tab)

Bill Gates raised concerns about the Trump administration's increasing equity stakes in private companies, citing potential favoritism and unclear policies.

• Bill Gates expressed concern over the Trump administration's acquisition of equity stakes in private companies.
• The US government holds equity in companies like Intel, quantum computing firms, and critical minerals providers.
• The administration is also considering investments in AI companies and has discussed potential equity stakes with executives.