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Mark Zuckerberg, the visionary behind Facebook, has consistently demonstrated a keen interest in connecting the world and reshaping communication. Through the platform's embrace of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), Zuckerberg has fuelled growth and innovation, enabling these entities to thrive in the digital age. His ambitious moves, such as the acquisitions of Oculus VR and WhatsApp, highlight a strategic push towards a future intertwined with virtual reality and enhanced social connectivity. Despite stiff competition in the tech industry, Zuckerberg's bold strategies and the development of groundbreaking features like Instagram's video capability and the introduction of Facebook Home, reinforce his commitment to evolving the social media landscape. Beyond business, Zuckerberg's philanthropic efforts, like his $500 million charity donation, reflect a deeper dedication to societal advancement.

Under Zuckerberg's leadership, Facebook has not only weathered financial uncertainties but has also soared to new heights with significant increases in mobile revenue and user engagement. His decisions, often seen as audacious, like joining the $1 salary club or defending the platform against accusations of spreading fake news, embody a leadership style that is both unconventional and fiercely dedicated. From celebrating Facebook's milestones, such as reaching a billion users, to introducing novel concepts like the 'metaverse', Zuckerberg remains at the forefront of digital innovation. His foray into addressing online privacy and security concerns, alongside championing internet accessibility globally, underscores a broad vision that extends beyond the realms of Facebook, aiming to impact the wider world positively.

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Kiwis 'dislike' Facebook couples page
Wed, 14th Nov 2012
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New Zealanders vehemently reject Facebook's new auto-linked couples pages, calling it an intrusive move by the social networking giant.
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Investor sells US$81m of Facebook stock
Fri, 2nd Nov 2012
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Early Facebook investor Jim Breyer has offloaded USD $81 million in stock, selling over 3.5 million shares amidst the company's recent 19% stock price rise.
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Facebook founders up US$2.3 billion
Thu, 25th Oct 2012
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Facebook's stock soared 19%, enhancing founders Zuckerberg and Moskovitz's wallets by $2.3 billion after stellar third-quarter results.
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Mobile push grows Facebook revenue
Wed, 24th Oct 2012
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Facebook's revenue jumps 32% to $1.26bn, despite a $59m loss, driven by a mobile push and beating Wall Street forecasts.
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2.2m Kiwis Like Facebook
Mon, 15th Oct 2012
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Nearly half of New Zealand's population is on Facebook, with over two million Kiwis using the social networking site.
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Facebook tops a billion users
Fri, 5th Oct 2012
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Facebook reaches one billion active users, with CEO Mark Zuckerberg celebrating the milestone and releasing a brand video to mark this historic achievement.
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Facebook shares rise after Zuckerberg pledge
Fri, 7th Sep 2012
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Social networking site reports stock increase after CEO and founder promising to hold onto shares for at least a year.
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Facebook stock falling fast
Fri, 17th Aug 2012
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Early investors of the social networking site appear to be cashing in during their first chance to sell their stock, causing an all-time low in the market.
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Insiders eligible to cash in on Facebook
Thu, 16th Aug 2012
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Facebook insiders, including executives, now free to sell $1.91bn in shares as IPO lock-up ends, possibly affecting the already troubled stock price.
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Facebook to hit one billion users
Mon, 9th Jul 2012
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Its IPO may have been something of an anticlimax but it doesn’t appear to have done Facebook any lasting damage with users.
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Mark Zuckerberg dons tie for surprise wedding
Mon, 21st May 2012
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He wouldn’t do it for Wall Street, but the Facebook founder scrubbed up to marry his girlfriend of nine years.
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Hoodie hoopla: will fashion hurt the Facebook IPO?
Fri, 11th May 2012
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Mark Zuckerberg has been pitching to Wall Street all this week, but one analyst's comments about his attire have attracted all the attention.
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Investors to Facebook: more women, please
Wed, 8th Feb 2012
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Ahead of its IPO, Facebook faces criticism for its all-male board, with investors demanding greater gender diversity.
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Remembering Steve Jobs
Thu, 6th Oct 2011
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Technology pioneers old and young have paid tribute to Steve Jobs, the iconic founder of Apple who passed away earlier today.
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Zuckerberg introduces Timeline at f8
Fri, 23rd Sep 2011
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Mark Zuckerberg unveils Timeline at f8, a feature enhancing Facebook's appeal against Google+ by letting users showcase their digital life journey.
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Facebook suit thrown out
Mon, 25th Jul 2011
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A US judge has dismissed yet another claim by the Winklevoss twins and Divya Narendra that Mark Zuckerberg stole the idea for Facebook at Harvard.
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New Facebook suit launched
Fri, 24th Jun 2011
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The Winklevoss twins have filed another lawsuit against Mark Zuckerberg, alleging Facebook suppressed evidence in their NZD $80 million settlement from 2008.
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Steve Jobs attends Obama's tech dinner - Updated
Mon, 21st Feb 2011
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Despite reports of ill health, the Apple CEO made it to a very special dinner hosted by US President, Barack Obama.
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Barcode generator software - The best trick of business management
Fri, 18th Feb 2011
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Revolutionise your business management with top-notch barcode generator software, enabling easy, colourful label creation for various industries.
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Facebook unveils new 'Messages' - don't call it a Gmail killer
Wed, 17th Nov 2010
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Facebook unveils 'Messages,' a revolutionary system blending SMS, chat, and email. Though not a Gmail killer, it aims to transform digital communication.