Jimmy Wales
Jimmy Wales is an American internet entrepreneur and co-founder of Wikipedia, one of the largest and most widely used online encyclopedias in the world. He was born on August 7, 1966, in Huntsville, Alabama, USA. Wales launched Wikipedia in 2001 with the goal of creating a free and open-access encyclopedia that could be edited and contributed to by volunteers from around the world. Wikipedia quickly grew into a massive collaborative project that covers a vast range of topics in multiple languages. It has become a valuable resource for information seekers globally. In addition to Wikipedia, Jimmy Wales has been involved in other internet-related ventures and projects. He co-founded Wikia, a platform that hosts wikis on various topics, and has been an advocate for open access to information on the internet. Wales is also known for his work in promoting free and open-source software and for his commitment to the principles of a free and open internet. His contributions to the digital world have earned him recognition and awards for his efforts to democratize access to knowledge and information.