In 1991, the world witnessed significant political changes, especially in Eastern Europe. The collapse of the Soviet Union marked the end of the Cold War, leading to the independence of several countries like Ukraine and Lithuania. This year was pivotal in reshaping global politics and promoting democracy in regions that had been under communist rule.
In the realm of technology, 1991 saw the introduction of the World Wide Web to the public, revolutionizing how people accessed information and communicated. This innovation laid the groundwork for the digital age, changing everyday life and business practices forever.