Libra may be the end for Facebook – Part I

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In 2019, Facebook crossed a red line. The company announced the Libra project. Before digging into Libra, let’s get a very brief history lesson on Facebook. Back in the 2000’s, Mark Zuckerberg, a 23 year old introverted, Harvard university computer science college dropout, started “The facebook” website as a side project while trying to overcome a bad break up.  Zuckerbeg allegedly stole the idea from twin Harvard brothers Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss. Nonetheless, Mark built up his website, which quickly became extremely popular across universities and colleges. Now the website has transformed to become one of the largest online targeted…...

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Mike Hassaballa Mike earned a master’s degree in applied science in 2013, then he launched his career in the data centre industry. In 2015, he shifted gears and took on a Lead Engineer role in a company developing emission reductions technology. He then moved in 2018 into energy consulting. Mike focuses on most critical issues and opportunities in business: strategy, operations, technology, transformation, advanced analytics, and sustainability. Mike writes fascinating stories meant to be read by anyone. He excels in simplifying complex subjects and bringing a fresh new perspective to pressing issues.