The name of Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates has been removed from the official Global Visionaries list of the AI Impact Summit 2026, sparking questions amid renewed scrutiny over his mention in the recently released Epstein Files.Gates was initially listed as a key participant alongside tech leaders like Sam Altman (OpenAI) and Sundar Pichai (Google).He had also visited Amaravati in Andhra Pradesh before the summit, reportedly meeting state officials. However, his name no longer appears on the summit’s website or in updated official releases. Summit organisers have not provided any explanation for the change.The development comes as political criticism in India has intensified following the release of documents linked to convicted financier Jeffrey Epstein, which mention Gates. While the documents do not allege any illegal conduct, some opposition leaders argued that his invitation was inappropriate. Gates has previously described his interactions with Epstein as a mistake and denied any wrongdoing.The AI Impact Summit 2026, taking place in Delhi from February 16 to 20, is a major global technology event aimed at discussing responsible AI development. Despite Gates’ apparent removal from the attendee list, other leading figures continue to be listed.It remains unclear whether Gates has formally withdrawn from the summit, or if the organisers removed his name due to scheduling, political concerns, or other reasons.No official statement has been issued. The summit continues with its planned sessions, drawing global attention to AI developments and responsible innovation.