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Meet Larry Ellison, the 81-year-old tech billionaire-turned-media mogul.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Coacci, Jessica 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Larry Ellison, co-founder of Oracle, and his recent ventures into the media industry alongside his son, David Ellison. With a net worth of approximately $345 billion, Larry Ellison briefly became the richest person in the world earlier this month. The Ellison family is significantly influencing media through David's $8 billion acquisition of Paramount Global, which includes CBS, and potential bids for Warner Bros. Discovery. Additionally, Larry Ellison has been an ally of the U.S. president, playing a role in TikTok's U.S. operations and has committed to donating 95% of his fortune to address global issues through the Ellison Institute of Technology. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2025/10, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:188580940
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