# 👤Mark Zuckerberg - [[Artificial Intelligence]]> - [[👤Mark Zuckerberg]]= *** Mark Zuckerberg is an American technology entrepreneur and philanthropist best known as the co-founder and CEO of Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook). Here are some key points about his life and career: 1. Early Life and Education: - Born on May 14, 1984, in White Plains, New York - Showed an early interest in computers, learning programming as a child - Attended Harvard University, studying psychology and computer science 2. Founding of Facebook: - Created Facebook in February 2004 while at Harvard - Dropped out of Harvard in his sophomore year to focus on Facebook - Moved the company to Palo Alto, California in 2004 3. Career Highlights: - Grew Facebook into the world's largest social networking platform - Expanded the company through acquisitions like Instagram, WhatsApp, and Oculus VR - Rebranded Facebook to Meta Platforms in 2021, focusing on the metaverse 4. Wealth and Philanthropy: - Net worth estimated at $176 billion as of June 2024, making him the fourth richest person globally - Co-founded the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative with his wife Priscilla Chan, pledging to donate 99% of their Facebook shares 5. Controversies: - Faced legal disputes over Facebook's origins and ownership - Dealt with privacy concerns and data breaches, notably the Cambridge Analytica scandal - Testified before Congress regarding Facebook's role in misinformation and data privacy 6. Personal Life: - Married Priscilla Chan in 2012 - Father to three daughters - Known for his interest in learning Mandarin and his annual personal challenges 7. Leadership Style: - Known for his "move fast and break things" philosophy in Facebook's early days - Has shifted focus to addressing societal issues and long-term technological advancements 8. Recent Developments: - Leading Meta's push into virtual and augmented reality technologies - Facing challenges in user growth and adapting to changing social media landscapes Zuckerberg's journey from a college dropout to one of the most influential tech leaders has significantly shaped the digital landscape and continues to impact global communication and technology trends. Citations: [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Zuckerberg [2] https://www.biography.com/business-leaders/mark-zuckerberg [3] https://resources.corwin.com/sites/default/files/handout_6.2.pdf [4] https://about.meta.com/media-gallery/executives/mark-zuckerberg/ [5] https://www.britannica.com/money/Mark-Zuckerberg [6] https://www.amazon.com/Mark-Zuckerberg-Biography-Facebook-Billionaire/dp/1976275776 [7] https://www.forbes.com/profile/mark-zuckerberg/ [8] https://www.investopedia.com/terms/m/mark-zuckerberg.asp [9] https://www.marketfairshoppes.com/shopnow/product/mark-zuckerberg-a-biography-of-the-controversial-billionaire-austin-mathis-author-barnesnoble-c31b50?model=0&variant=0 [10] https://time.com/facebook-world-plan/ [11] https://www.businessinsider.com/mark-zuckerberg [12] https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-zuckerberg-618bba58