Historical Events tagged with "ecommerce"
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Jeff Bezos Becomes World's Richest Person
Jeff Bezos was named the world's richest person by Forbes with a net worth of $112 billion, marking the first time he held this title. This achievement highlighted the meteoric rise of Amazon, the company he founded, which transformed retail and technology. The publication’s annual list of billionaires caused major headlines as Bezos surpassed other tech giants, further solidifying his status as a leading figure in the tech industry. The significant wealth difference also sparked discussions around economic inequality.
Continue ReadingJeff Bezos Launches Amazon Online Store
Jeff Bezos founded Amazon, originally a bookstore, to create an online platform for selling books. Based in Seattle, Washington, the venture began with a mission to make books accessible to a global audience. The platform was designed to leverage the growing internet infrastructure, opening a new chapter in retail.
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