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World Wide Web Foundation Shuts Down After 15 Years

CosmicTaco · 2024-10-04T08:23:08.155520+05:30

- The World Wide Web Foundation, founded by Sir Tim Berners-Lee, has announced its closure after 15 years. - The foundation has significantly contributed to expanding global internet access from 20% to nearly 70%. - The decision to shut down is due to the achievement of its primary mission and the emergence of new digital challenges. - Sir Tim Berners-Lee will now focus on new projects like the Solid Protocol, aiming to give individuals more control over their data. - Despite its closure, the foundation's impact will continue through other organizations and initiatives in the field. Source: [Perplexity](https://www.perplexity.ai/page/www-foundation-shut-down-E.iziOROSCG__ZDItbY6Cg)

The World Wide Web Foundation, founded by Sir Tim Berners-Lee, has announced its closure after 15 years.
The foundation has significantly contributed to expanding global internet access from 20% to nearly 70%.
The decision to shut down is due to the achievement of its primary mission and the emergence of new digital challenges.
Sir Tim Berners-Lee will now focus on new projects like the Solid Protocol, aiming to give individuals more control over their data.
Despite its closure, the foundation's impact will continue through other organizations and initiatives in the field.

Source: Perplexity