Who Appears in the Epstein Files From Big Tech

Rabat – A final release of 3.5 million pages of Epstein Files related to Jeffrey Epstein provides new visibility into his documented interactions with leading technology executives, based on millions of pages made public under a 2025 transparency law.

The files document Epstein’s contacts across politics, finance, academia, and technology. A review of the material shows repeated references to prominent figures in big tech.

Justice Department officials have stated that the appearance of a name in the records does not indicate criminal conduct. Many references involve scheduling discussions, third-party mentions, shared news articles, or draft emails that were never sent.

Some files appear to be duplicates, and the department has acknowledged that certain documents were removed after publication.

Reid Hoffman

Among technology figures, Reid Hoffman appears most frequently, with his full name listed in more than 2,600 files. The documents largely relate to meetings and scheduling connected to fundraising efforts involving the MIT Media Lab.

Hoffman has previously acknowledged visiting Epstein’s private island, stating that the visit was tied to philanthropic activities. In past public statements, Hoffman expressed regret for engaging with Epstein.

Recent files primarily consist of email correspondence involving meeting logistics and travel planning. On X, Hoffman shared an internal FBI email and wrote, “Release all the files. Prosecute the abusers.”

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Release all the files. Prosecute the abusers. https://t.co/rWctKznKO7 pic.twitter.com/FNjpKX1hyP

— Reid Hoffman (@reidhoffman) January 31, 2026

Bill Gates

Bill Gates is named in more than 2,500 files. The records include calendar entries and email references to meetings and calls between Gates and Epstein from 2013 and 2014, as well as photographs of Gates within the archive.

The release includes draft emails Epstein wrote to himself alleging that he assisted Gates in obtaining drugs and managing the consequences of sexual encounters, including claims involving sexually transmitted infections. There is no evidence that the emails were ever sent, and no indication that the allegations are based in fact.

Gates has previously said he regrets meeting Epstein. A spokesperson for Gates told Wired the allegations contained in Epstein’s draft emails are false.

Peter Thiel

Venture capitalist Peter Thiel appears in more than 2,200 files. The documents show repeated direct correspondence between Thiel and Epstein between 2014 and 2019, primarily related to lunches, meetings, and calls.

Some emails include political discussions and references to encrypted communication. Most of the material concerns scheduling and logistics.

Elon Musk

Elon Musk is referenced in more than 1,100 files. Emails show Epstein contacting Musk in 2012 about potential infrastructure projects at Epstein-owned properties.

In a November 25, 2012, email, Musk asked Epstein, “What day/night will be the wildest party on your island?” In another message dated December 13, 2013, Musk wrote, “Will be in the BVI/St Bart’s area over the holidays. Is there a good time to visit?”

The files do not confirm that Musk visited Epstein’s island. In a post on X on Saturday, Musk said he had “very little correspondence with Epstein” and declined repeated invitations to visit the island or travel on Epstein’s plane.

Nobody has fought harder for full release of the Epstein files and prosecutions of those who abused children more than I did, knowing full well that the legacy media, far-left propagandists and those who are actually guilty would:

1. Admit nothing
2. Deny everything
3. Make…

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) February 1, 2026

Larry Page & Sergey Brin

Google cofounders Larry Page and Sergey Brin appear in over 200 files each. The records reference dinners, travel discussions, and aviation-related logistics. Both were previously subpoenaed in civil litigation tied to Epstein. There is no confirmation in the newly released files that either engaged in criminal activity.

Other technology executives, including Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, and Eric Schmidt, appear less frequently, often in third-party references or event invitations, with limited or no direct correspondence shown in the records.

The Justice Department has said the release is intended to provide transparency into Epstein’s network and investigative materials, while emphasizing that inclusion in the files does not establish wrongdoing.