Why Idaho. Facebook. Established in 1937, the Idaho Potato Commission (IPC) is a state agency that is responsible for promoting and protecting the famous Grown in IdahoÂ® seal, a federally registered trademark that assures consumers they are purchasing genuine, top-quality IdahoÂ® potatoes.
Bill Gates, 59, is still the richest person in the world, according to Hurun. His $85 billion keeps the Microsoft founder above Mexicoâs Carlos Slim on $83 billion and Warren Buffett, in third with $76 billion. Larry Ellison has a vast collection of luxury homes, private jets, lavish cars and cup-winning sailboats.
These days many of the worldâs richest people made their money by starting or investing in technology companies that would go on to reshape our lives along with the world economy. Founders and CEOs of Microsoft, Amazon, Apple, and other tech brands have racked up billions over the years (and even given a lot of it back to charity or startup investing).