Ilya Segalovich

Russian businessman, co-founder of Yandex

Ilya Segalovich - Russian businessman, co-founder of Yandex
Born

1964
61 years ago

Died

July 27th, 2013
12 years ago — 49 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Russia

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A businessman focused on technology and internet services, played a pivotal role in establishing a leading search engine and technology company in Russia. Co-founded Yandex in 1997, which became one of the largest internet companies in Europe. Contributed significantly to the development and expansion of various internet services in Russia.

Co-founded Yandex

Developed online services including search and maps

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