Meta

Meta Platforms, Inc., known as Meta, is a public technology conglomerate founded in 2004 as Facebook, Inc., and rebranded to Meta in 2021. Headquartered in Menlo Park, California, Meta is a leading force in social media and virtual reality, with a mission to develop innovative platforms and products for digital connection and immersive experiences. It is best known for owning and operating popular social networking services like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, alongside pioneering advancements in augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) through its Meta Quest product line.

Meta aims to build the next generation of digital experiences by creating a "metaverse," a shared, 3D virtual space where people can interact in real time across diverse platforms. With over 3 billion users across its applications, Meta has transformed how people communicate, share, and consume information. Its services include social networking, messaging, and multimedia sharing, as well as AR and VR solutions that redefine digital interaction. Meta heavily invests in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and virtual technology to build a fully interconnected digital ecosystem. With a focus on privacy and data security, Meta has implemented several new policies to safeguard user data as part of its ongoing commitment to responsible innovation.