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He Was a Tech Investor Before There Was a Silicon Valley

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Computer and Video Games category. Published on September 30, 2026 • Originally reported by Alex Williams. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Bill Draper began funding start-ups in the early 1960s, when the Santa Clara Valley was better known for apricot orchards than microchips. He has died at 98.
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