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Sinofsky Consulted Epstein for Microsoft Exit Strategies

2/3/2026

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Steven Sinofsky, former Windows chief, sought advice from Jeffrey Epstein during his 2012 exit from Microsoft.
He consulted Epstein on negotiating a $14 million retirement package and potential job opportunities with Apple and Samsung.
The correspondence indicates Sinofsky shared sensitive information about Microsoft’s Surface RT struggles.
Despite Epstein's criminal background, Sinofsky maintained contact and, after extensive negotiations, secured a settlement in July 2013 amid tensions with Microsoft executives.

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Steven Sinofsky, former Windows chief, sought advice from Jeffrey Epstein during his 2012 exit from Microsoft.
He consulted Epstein on negotiating a $14 million retirement package and potential job opportunities with Apple and Samsung.
The correspondence indicates Sinofsky shared sensitive information about Microsoft’s Surface RT struggles.
Despite Epstein's criminal background, Sinofsky maintained contact and, after extensive negotiations, secured a settlement in July 2013 amid tensions with Microsoft executives.