In August 2013, a private email chain between Jeffrey Epstein, Boris Nikolic, and associates connected to Bill Gates quietly circulated behind closed doors. Years later, these emails would surface as part of the broader investigation into Epstein’s financial and professional networks—revealing a deeply uncomfortable picture of secrecy, power, and legal manoeuvring.
At the centre of this exchange was a document simply titled “Points” — but its contents suggest something far more serious.
PDF: https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/DataSet%2012/EFTA02730265.pdf
Who Is Boris Nikolic?
Dr Boris Nikolic is a biotechnology executive and former science adviser to Bill Gates. He also appears as a backup executor in Jeffrey Epstein’s 2019 will — a fact that immediately raised questions.
In 2013, Nikolic was employed by bgC3, Bill Gates’ private science and technology investment firm.
What Was This Email About?
On 24 August 2013, Nikolic emailed Jeffrey Epstein asking for a change to a confidential agreement:
“In addition to changing date to the end of January, the last point need to total change re helping me find a job.”
This implies:
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His employment was ending
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He wanted Epstein’s involvement removed from job placement
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The agreement was being rewritten for legal or reputational reasons
The “Points” Document: A Quiet Legal Shield
The forwarded document from Larry Cohen (Epstein’s long-time lawyer) outlines a private separation agreement between Bill Gates and Boris Nikolic.
The key clauses were extraordinary.
1. A Mutual Gag Order
“We won’t disparage each other privately or publicly.”
This clause legally silences both parties — even in private conversations.
2. Total Confidentiality
“We’ll both keep this agreement and all terms confidential…”
Even accountants and tax filings were mentioned — signalling large financial payments were involved.
3. Permanent Legal Immunity
This is the most alarming part:
“You agree that you have no legal claims against me, my family, or any of my related entities, such as the foundation and bgC3… and that you will never bring any kind of legal claim against any of us.”
In plain English:
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Nikolic waived all legal rights
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He could never sue Bill Gates, his family, foundation, or companies
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This immunity extended forever
This is the kind of clause used when someone wants to eliminate all future risk.
4. Termination Date Set
“Your employment with bgC3 will end 1/1/2014.”
This confirms that Nikolic was being formally exited.
5. Gates Would Provide References
“I will provide positive references for you via email, written letters and phone calls as appropriate.”
This is standard in settlements — a quiet way to move someone out while protecting reputation.
Why Was Jeffrey Epstein Involved?
That is the most troubling part.
The emails show that:
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Epstein received the document
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Epstein’s lawyer drafted it
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Epstein was coordinating revisions
Yet Epstein had no official role at bgC3 or the Gates Foundation.
So why was a convicted sex offender managing legal agreements for one of the world’s most powerful businessmen?
Why Did Nikolic Want Epstein’s “Job Help” Removed?
Nikolic specifically asked Epstein to remove the clause about helping him find a job.
This suggests:
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Epstein was originally involved in placing Nikolic into future roles
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Nikolic later realised this association was dangerous
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He wanted that connection erased
This is classic damage control.
What This Email Really Shows
This was not just a routine employment exit.
It was:
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A legal shield
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A financial settlement
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A reputation firewall
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And a secrecy agreement
And it was coordinated through Jeffrey Epstein.
Why This Still Matters
When Epstein was arrested in 2019, Bill Gates admitted to meeting him multiple times — after Epstein’s conviction.
This email shows:
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Epstein handled sensitive matters for Gates
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Epstein had access to inner-circle negotiations
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Epstein helped structure legal silence
That raises a devastating question:
What did Epstein know?
Final Thought
The 2013 “Points” document is not proof of a crime — but it is proof of fear.
Fear of:
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Lawsuits
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Exposure
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Reputational collapse
And when billionaires rely on someone like Jeffrey Epstein to manage that fear, it tells us something very dark about how power protects itself.
https://www.justice.gov/epstein/files/DataSet%2012/EFTA02730265.pdf