Alibaba is a major Chinese e-commerce company founded in 1999 by Jack Ma and a group of co-founders. It connects businesses and consumers through its online platforms, allowing people to buy and sell a wide variety of products. Alibaba operates several popular websites, including Taobao for consumer shopping and Tmall for brand-name goods. In addition to e-commerce, Alibaba has expanded into cloud computing, digital entertainment, and financial services. Its payment platform, Alipay, is widely used in China for online transactions. With millions of users, Alibaba plays a significant role in shaping the future of online shopping and technology in Asia and beyond.