Meta Platforms, Inc., formerly known as Facebook, Inc., is a leading multinational technology company headquartered in Menlo Park, California, USA. Founded in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg and his co-founders, Meta has grown into one of the world's most influential digital platforms, with a mission to give people the power to build community and bring the world closer together. The company operates a suite of products including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger, and Oculus, serving billions of users globally.
Meta is at the forefront of developing the metaverse — a shared virtual environment — and invests heavily in augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies. With over 80,000 employees worldwide, Meta holds a dominant position in social networking and digital advertising markets. Recent developments include significant advancements in AI-driven content moderation, immersive VR experiences through its Quest headsets, and strategic partnerships to expand metaverse adoption. Despite facing regulatory scrutiny and debates over privacy, Meta remains a key driver of innovation in the tech industry.