Overview

• Facebook marks its 20th anniversary with a look back at its journey from a Harvard student network to a global social media giant.
• The social network faces challenges from rival platforms like TikTok and has made significant job cuts amid economic pressures.
• Despite controversies and increased regulatory scrutiny, Facebook reports strong financial results for the end of 2023.
• Facebook's role in cultural and political debates continues, with over 3 billion monthly active users.
• The platform's evolution includes significant acquisitions like Instagram and WhatsApp, and ventures into virtual reality and the metaverse.