AOL

AOL (America Online) is a pioneering web services company that transformed from one of the early internet's most dominant online service providers into a modern digital media and advertising technology platform. Originally known for providing dial-up internet access and email services to millions of users during the 1990s and early 2000s, AOL has evolved into a comprehensive digital media company offering web portal services, content distribution, and sophisticated advertising technology solutions. The company maintains a significant user base through its legacy email services, news aggregation, and entertainment content platforms. Today, AOL operates as part of the broader digital advertising ecosystem, leveraging its substantial audience reach and first-party data to deliver programmatic advertising solutions to brands and agencies. The company's web portal continues to serve millions of daily visitors with curated content spanning news, entertainment, finance, and lifestyle categories. AOL's advertising platform provides marketers with access to premium inventory, audience targeting capabilities, and cross-channel campaign management tools, positioning the company as a significant player in the digital advertising technology landscape.