Block
Block, formerly known as Square, is a financial technology company that provides payment and financial services to businesses and individuals. The company offers hardware and software products for payment processing, as well as consumer-focused financial apps like Cash App. Under CEO Jack Dorsey, Block has recently pivoted to focus more on AI technology while reducing its workforce by approximately 40%.
Company Info
- Founded
- 2009
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, CA
- Founders
- Jack Dorsey, Jim McKelvey
- Employees
- 7,000-8,000
- Website
- https://www.block.xyz/
- Status
- active
Funding
Public total
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