Zuckerberg

Facebook, now Meta, evolved from a college project into a global tech giant by becoming one of the world’s most powerful data aggregators.

Through platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, it collects vast streams of user data—ranging from personal details to behavioral patterns—which fuel its highly profitable targeted advertising business.

This data-centric model helped Meta scale rapidly and dominate digital marketing.

As a result, CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s net worth reached approximately $113 billion as of early 2025, placing him among the wealthiest individuals globally and reflecting Meta’s central role in the monetization of online behavior.