Question
Did Epstein have connections to Anne Wojcicki or other tech founders?
Answer
Anne Wojcicki, co-founder and CEO of the genetic testing company 23andMe, has been mentioned in the context of Epstein’s network due to her connection to his scientific and social circles. Epstein had a documented obsession with genetics — he reportedly discussed ideas about “seeding the human race” with his DNA and was intensely interested in genomic science.
Wojcicki’s name appears in Epstein’s address book and she was known to have attended social events in tech and science circles where Epstein was present. She has stated publicly that she had no ongoing relationship with Epstein and was not close to him.
More broadly, Epstein cultivated connections across Silicon Valley by positioning himself as a science philanthropist and investor with access to capital and elite academic networks. Tech founders and executives who valued those connections sometimes interacted with Epstein at conferences, parties, and through mutual acquaintances.
Among the Silicon Valley figures with documented or reported connections to Epstein:
- Bill Gates (Microsoft founder): Met with Epstein multiple times for Gates Foundation discussions
- Elon Musk: Reports of social acquaintance, denied ongoing relationship
- LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman: Attended events connected to MIT’s Media Lab, which received Epstein funding
The tech sector’s culture of tolerating unconventional figures who offer resources and access helped Epstein gain entry to circles that in retrospect should have been more skeptical.
Sources
- Epstein address book, Gawker 2015
- Reporting on tech world connections, New York Times and Wired
- Public statements by various tech figures