Meta Platforms, Inc.

Meta Platforms, Inc., formerly known as Facebook, is a leading technology giant that connects billions through its social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Headquartered in Menlo Park, California, the company revolutionized global communication and digital advertising. Under Mark Zuckerberg's leadership, Meta has expanded into virtual reality with its Oculus devices and is pioneering the metaverse concept - a next-generation immersive internet. Despite privacy controversies, Meta maintains tremendous influence in social networking, AI development, and emerging technologies, making it one of the world's most valuable public companies by market capitalization.