Daniel Ek is a Swedish entrepreneur best known as the co-founder and CEO of Spotify, a popular music streaming service. Born on April 21, 1983, in Stockholm, Sweden, he developed an interest in technology and entrepreneurship at a young age. Ek launched Spotify in 2008, revolutionizing how people access and enjoy music. Under Ek's leadership, Spotify has grown to become one of the largest music streaming platforms globally, offering millions of songs to users. He has played a significant role in shaping the music industry by promoting streaming as a primary way for artists to reach audiences and generate revenue.