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Eduardo Saverin

Eduardo Luiz Saverin is a Brazilian entrepreneur, angel investor, and philanthropist best known as a co-founder of Facebook.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Eduardo Luiz Saverin is a Brazilian entrepreneur, angel investor, and philanthropist best known as a co-founder of Facebook. He is also a co-founder and co-CEO of the venture capital firm B Capital and has been based in Singapore since 2009. Reports in 2026 describe him as one of the world’s wealthiest individuals and the wealthiest Brazilian.

Early life and education

Eduardo Saverin was born in São Paulo, Brazil, in 1982 and later moved to the United States as a teenager. He attended Harvard University, where he earned a degree in economics.

Facebook

Saverin is best known as one of the co-founders of Facebook, launched while he was a Harvard student. Sources describe him as an early investor and contributor to the company’s business development.

Business career

After Facebook, Saverin became an angel investor and venture capitalist. He co-founded B Capital, which invests in technology companies across sectors including enterprise software, fintech, and healthcare.

Residence and citizenship

Saverin has been based in Singapore since 2009. Some sources note that he renounced U.S. citizenship, though the exact timing differs across reports.

Wealth

Public wealth trackers in 2026 place Saverin among the world’s richest individuals, with estimates varying by source. He is widely reported as the wealthiest Brazilian and one of the wealthiest residents of Singapore.

Key facts

Eduardo Saverin co-founded Facebook with Mark Zuckerberg and other Harvard students.
He is a co-founder and co-CEO of B Capital, a venture capital firm.
He has lived in Singapore since 2009.
He was born in São Paulo, Brazil, in 1982 and earned a degree from Harvard University.
Recent wealth rankings place him among the richest people in Brazil and Singapore.

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Canadian context

Canadian readers may know Saverin as one of the early Facebook founders and as a major global technology investor through B Capital, which operates internationally and invests in startups in sectors relevant to Canadian tech markets.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Eduardo Saverin?

He is a Brazilian entrepreneur and investor best known as a co-founder of Facebook and a co-founder/co-CEO of B Capital.

Where was Eduardo Saverin born?

He was born in São Paulo, Brazil, on 19 March 1982.

What is Eduardo Saverin known for besides Facebook?

He is known for venture investing through B Capital and for being an angel investor in technology companies.

Where does Eduardo Saverin live?

He has been based in Singapore since 2009.

Did Eduardo Saverin attend Harvard?

Yes. He studied at Harvard University and earned a bachelor’s degree there.

Is Eduardo Saverin among the richest people in the world?

Yes. Recent rankings place him among the world’s richest individuals, though estimates differ by source and date.

References

Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eduardo_Saverin
Supports: Birth date, birthplace, career as Facebook co-founder, B Capital role, Singapore base, wealth ranking
EBSCO Research Starters — https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/biography/eduardo-saverin
Supports: Early life, Harvard education, Facebook co-founding, Singapore residence, venture capital activity
Bloomberg — https://www.bloomberg.com/billionaires/profiles/eduardo-l-saverin/
Supports: Bloomberg billionaire profile and status as Facebook co-founder
B Capital — https://b.capital/team/eduardo-saverin/
Supports: Co-founder/co-CEO role, Harvard education, Singapore base, investment focus
Forbes — https://www.forbes.com/profile/eduardo-saverin/
Supports: Wealth estimates and ranking among global billionaires