Jack Dorsey
Co-founder of Twitter and Square, fintech and social media pioneer
Jack Patrick Dorsey (born November 19, 1976) is an American technology entrepreneur and philanthropist who co-founded Twitter in 2006 and served as its CEO during two separate tenures. He revolutionized social communication by creating a platform that enabled real-time information sharing globally, fundamentally changing how news, politics, and public discourse operate. Beyond Twitter, Dorsey founded Square in 2009, now known as Block, Inc., which transformed mobile and digital payments for small businesses and became a multi-billion dollar enterprise. Known for his minimalist lifestyle, meditation practice, and distinctive appearance, Dorsey has been influential in Silicon Valley's evolution. His leadership has been marked by both innovation and controversy, particularly around content moderation decisions. In 2021, he stepped down as Twitter CEO but remained involved in cryptocurrency and blockchain initiatives through Square. Dorsey's impact on technology and business extends beyond his companies to broader conversations about corporate responsibility, financial inclusion, and the role of social media in society.
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American
1976
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