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Bill Gates was barred from being alone with interns at Microsoft due to his behavior.
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A new book claims Gates exhibited a pattern of unwanted advances and flirtatious conduct towards employees and interns.
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Gates’ office has denied the allegations, calling them “highly sensationalized” and “outright falsehoods”.
Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft, has been accused of inappropriate behavior towards interns at the company. According to a new book, Gates was like “a kid at a candy store” when it came to young interns, often flirting with them and putting them in uncomfortable positions.
The book, written by New York Times journalist Anupreeta Das, claims that Gates’ behavior was so concerning that Microsoft took measures to ensure he was never alone with interns. Gates’ office has denied the allegations, stating that the book relies on “second- and third-hand hearsay” and “anonymous sources”.
Gates’ personal life has been under scrutiny since his divorce from Melinda French Gates in 2021. In a recent podcast, Melinda opened up about their marriage, stating that there wasn’t “enough trust” in their relationship. The allegations of Gates’ behavior towards interns have raised questions about his philanthropic image and treatment of women in the workplace.
