Introduction
Instagram is one of the most popular social media platforms in the world, with over a billion active users. But have you ever wondered who created Instagram?
The Founders
Instagram was founded by Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger in 2010. Systrom, a graduate of Stanford University, developed the initial prototype for the app, which was initially called Burbn.
- Kevin Systrom: Co-founder and former CEO of Instagram
- Mike Krieger: Co-founder and former Chief Technical Officer of Instagram
Evolution of Instagram
Instagram was launched on October 6, 2010, and quickly gained popularity. In April 2012, Facebook acquired Instagram for approximately $1 billion.