The tech world mourns the loss of Susan Wojcicki, the former CEO of YouTube and a foundational figure in the rise of Google. Wojcicki passed away at the age of 56 after a two-year battle with non-small cell lung cancer.
Former YouTube CEO dies of lung cancer. Photo: YouTube.
More than just a tech executive, Wojcicki was a visionary who played an instrumental role in shaping the internet as we know it today. As one of Google’s earliest employees, she was present at the company’s inception and was instrumental in the acquisition of YouTube in 2006. Under her leadership, YouTube transformed from a video-sharing platform into a global cultural phenomenon and a significant revenue stream for Google.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Wojcicki was celebrated for her mentorship and advocacy for women in technology. Her passing is a significant loss for the tech industry and the world at large.
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