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Zoom Video Communications

Zoom Communications, Inc. (formerly Zoom Video Communications, Inc., commonly shortened to Zoom, and stylized as zoom) is an American communications technology company headquartered in San Jose, California, United States. It is primarily known for the videoconferencing platform Zoom. The company was founded in 2011 by Eric Yuan, a former Cisco engineer and executive. He launched its software in 2013. Its software products have faced public and media scrutiny related to security and privacy issues, though the company has taken measures to address these issues.

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Who Founded Zoom Video Communications?

Eric Yuan - Founder of Zoom Video Communications
Eric Yuan
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Eric S Yuan (Chinese: 袁征; pinyin: Yuán Zhēng; born 20 February 1970) is a Chinese-American billionaire businessman, engineer, and the chief executive officer and founder of Zoom Communications, of which he owns 22%.

Frequently Asked Questions about Zoom Video Communications

Who runs Zoom Video Communications?

Leadership and ownership at Zoom Video Communications has evolved over its history. It was originally founded by Eric Yuan, who established the vision for the company.

Who is responsible for Zoom Video Communications?

The founders, Eric Yuan, were responsible for the initial creation and early success of Zoom Video Communications.