Explanation

Elon Musk became the world's first trillionaire in June 2026, reaching a net worth of over $1.1 trillion following the highly anticipated initial public offering (IPO) of his space and artificial intelligence company, SpaceX.

He belongs to the US.

He is a businessman and former public official who is the CEO and largest shareholder of Tesla and SpaceX.

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Explanation

In early February 2026, Elon Musk became the first person in history to have a personal fortune (net worth) worth more than $800 billion USD.

This was reported by Forbes.

Additional Information:

Elon Musk is a famous businessman and inventor known for leading companies like Tesla (electric cars) and SpaceX (rockets and space travel).

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Explanation

In early February 2026, Elon Musk became the first person in history to have a personal fortune (net worth) worth more than $800 billion USD.

This was reported by Forbes.

Additional Information:

Elon Musk is a famous businessman and inventor known for leading companies like Tesla (electric cars) and SpaceX (rockets and space travel).

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Explanation

António Guterres, who took office as the 9th Secretary-General of the United Nations

Term: 2017–present (re-elected for a second term beginning Jan 1, 2022)

Country: Portugal

Background: Politician and engineer, born in Lisbon 

He served as Portugal's Prime Minister from 1995 to 2002.

Explanation

Elon Musk becomes first person worth $700bn following pay package ruling

Musk has been the wealthiest person in the world since 2021.

As of December 2025, Forbes estimates his net worth to be around US$717 billion

Additional Information:

Elon Musk is a businessman and entrepreneur known for his leadership of Tesla, SpaceX, Twitter, and xAI.

He belongs to the US.

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