Vinod Khosla
Businessman, co-founder of Sun Microsystems
Born in India, a businessman who co-founded Sun Microsystems in 1982, contributing to the development of high-performance computing and network computing systems. After the sale of Sun Microsystems to Oracle, focused on venture capital through Khosla Ventures, investing in a variety of technology and clean energy startups. Advocated for the importance of innovation in technology and science, influencing the fields of computing and renewable energy.
Co-founded Sun Microsystems
Established Khosla Ventures
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Charles W. Nash
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January 28th, 1864 161 years ago
Died
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Cuban journalist and political theorist
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January 28th, 1853 172 years ago
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Born
January 28th, 1998 27 years ago
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Journalist and author of 'The Operators'
Born
January 28th, 1980 45 years ago
Died
June 18th, 2013 12 years ago — 33 years old
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Born
January 28th, 1936 89 years ago
Died
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French footballer and midfielder
Born
January 28th, 1985 40 years ago
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