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Larry Ellison Surpasses Musk as AI Kingpin in 2025

1/1/2026

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  • Larry Ellison, Oracle Corp., emerged in 2025, eclipsing Elon Musk in AI and Hollywood deals.
  • In January, U.S. President Donald Trump joined Ellison to announce a $500 billion AI infrastructure plan.
  • Oracle's AI investments boosted Ellison's wealth briefly, making him the richest person globally.
  • Oracle's stock price fell, raising concerns about debt and AI revenue.
  • David Ellison, Ellison's son, sought to acquire Warner Bros., with Larry guaranteeing $40.4 billion.