Facebook (Authentic verified) by Steven Levy

"In Facebook: The Inside Story, journalist Steven Levy offers a comprehensive and sweeping narrative of the meteoric rise of Facebook, one of the most influential and controversial companies of the digital age. From its humble beginnings as a college project by Mark Zuckerberg to its current status as a tech giant with a valuation exceeding $576 billion, Facebook has transformed from a simple social networking site to the largest social media platform on the planet, boasting nearly 3 billion users worldwide across its subsidiaries, including Instagram and WhatsApp.

Levy?s investigation delves into the heart of Facebook, examining the company?s explosive growth, its profound impact on global communication, and the ripple effects of its widespread influence on both personal lives and public discourse. Along the way, he uncovers the intricate web of controversies surrounding the company?ranging from issues of privacy and data misuse to its role in spreading ""fake news"" and its influence on political outcomes.

Drawing from hundreds of interviews with current and former employees, as well as external experts, Facebook: The Inside Story provides an in-depth, nuanced look at the company's evolution and the impact of its founder, Mark Zuckerberg, whose decisions have reshaped the digital landscape?and, in many ways, the world itself. This book is a timely, essential exploration of the complexities of power, technology, and the role of social media in modern life.

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