Paul Reuter

Journalist and founder of Reuters

Paul Reuter - Journalist and founder of Reuters
Born

July 21st, 1816
209 years ago

Died

1899
126 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1816, a German-English journalist established a global news agency that revolutionized the transmission of news. The foundational work laid emphasis on accuracy and timeliness, facilitating newsgathering through the usage of telegraph technology. This advancement enabled newspapers and other outlets to receive international news at unprecedented speeds. The agency became a trusted source for news coverage, providing information on finance, politics, and world events. Under this leadership, the organization expanded its reach and established a reputation for integrity in reporting.

Founded Reuters News Agency

Pioneered the use of the telegraph for news

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