FlightStory

Flightradar24 is the world's most popular flight tracking service, with over 5 million daily users and 100+ million app downloads. Our platform tracks more than 250,000 flights per day using the world's largest ADS-B network, comprising over 50,000 connected receivers globally. We've achieved #1 travel app status in 150+ countries and serve as the authoritative source for real-time aviation data, trusted by major industry players including Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer for operational insights. What began as a hobby project in 2006 by two Swedish aviation enthusiasts has evolved into a global phenomenon. Our network combines crowdsourced data from volunteer receivers with satellite-based ADS-B technology to provide unprecedented visibility into air traffic worldwide. Whether tracking historic flights like the Queen's final journey or enabling millions to satisfy their curiosity about the skies above, Flightradar24 has transformed how the world connects with aviation in real time.

Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Today, the platform boasts 9 million+ active listings worldwide across 220+ countries and regions, with hosts having earned over $300 billion all-time. The typical US host earned $15,000 in 2024, demonstrating the significant economic impact Airbnb creates for everyday people. Every day, hosts offer unique stays, experiences, and services that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way. Beyond travel, Airbnb has expanded its mission through initiatives like Airbnb.org, a nonprofit that has provided free emergency housing to over 250,000 people in times of crisis, and partnerships with organizations like the International Olympic Committee. The company has remitted over $17 billion in taxes globally and operates in 150,000+ cities and towns. From introducing innovations like Experiences and Online Experiences to launching sustainability initiatives and anti-discrimination programs like Project Lighthouse, Airbnb continues to redefine how people travel and belong anywhere.

In 1967, when Rollin King sketched a triangle connecting Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio on a napkin and told Herb Kelleher he could start an airline, the idea of democratizing air travel was born. They saw an opportunity to make flying accessible to everyone, not just the elite, by offering friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. After overcoming significant legal challenges from established carriers, Southwest took its first flight on June 18, 1971, with just three planes serving three Texas cities. The founders' vision of putting People first—with a unique Culture built on Warrior Spirit, Servant's Heart, and a Fun-LUVing Attitude—would revolutionize the airline industry and create a company that millions of Customers and Employees would come to love. Today, Southwest has grown from that bold napkin idea into one of the world's most admired airlines, operating across 117 airports in 11 countries with more than 72,000 Employees. The maverick airline that dared to challenge industry norms by offering famously low fares has carried more than 140 million Customers annually. Through decades of growth and change, Southwest has remained true to its founding purpose: connecting People to what's important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel, all delivered with the Heart that has become the company's hallmark.

In 2000, three Russian software developers - Sergey Dmitriev, Valentin Kipyatkov, and Eugene Belyaev - came together in Prague with a shared vision. They recognized that developers needed smarter tools to write better code, and so they founded JetBrains (originally IntelliJ Software). Their first creation, IntelliJ IDEA, revolutionized Java development with its intelligent code assistance and deep understanding of code context. This was just the beginning of a journey that would transform how millions of developers work. Over the past two decades, JetBrains has grown from a small startup to a global team of over 2,800 passionate individuals spread across multiple offices. They created Kotlin, a modern programming language that became Google's preferred language for Android development. Today, JetBrains offers a comprehensive suite of IDEs - including PyCharm for Python, WebStorm for JavaScript, and countless others - that empower developers to be more productive and creative. Their mission remains unchanged: to make software development a more productive and enjoyable experience for everyone.

As a proven leader in the global aerospace sector, Airbus designs, produces and delivers innovative solutions with the aim to create a better-connected, safer and more prosperous world. These cutting-edge products and services – spanning the commercial aircraft, helicopter, defence and space segments – benefit from our wide-ranging expertise and continued emphasis on innovation. Airbus is a team that values practical ownership, collaboration and accountability. Our culture emphasizes cross-disciplinary teamwork, customer focus and sustainable progress, with engineers, technicians and operators working together to solve complex challenges across regions from Europe to the Americas and beyond. We invest in digital transformation, talent development and responsible innovation to help shape a safer, more connected future for aviation and space.

Breezeway is the leading property operations and services platform for short-term rentals and hospitality. The platform helps coordinate, communicate, and verify detailed work at properties, delivering exceptional guest experiences while eliminating manual operational burdens. With over 30 million cleans, inspections, and repairs facilitated, Breezeway powers more than 270,000 properties across 90 countries, serving thousands of vacation rental managers and hospitality operators worldwide. Founded in 2017 and based in Boston, Breezeway has raised $15 million in Series B funding to further develop its operations management tools. The company's comprehensive platform includes task scheduling, work coordination, mobile checklists, maintenance software, inventory tracking, payments, and smart lock management. Breezeway's award-winning technology has been recognized with multiple Shortyz Awards, and recent partnerships with industry leaders like Airbnb demonstrate the platform's critical role in modernizing property operations and hospitality management.