Larry Ellison is an American businessman and co-founder of Oracle Corporation, a multinational computer technology company. Born on August 17, 1944, in New York City, he played a significant role in the development of database software and cloud computing. Under his leadership, Oracle became one of the largest software companies in the world. Ellison is known for his competitive nature and innovative approach to technology. He served as the CEO of Oracle until 2014 and continues to be involved with the company as its executive chairman and chief technology officer. His success has made him one of the wealthiest individuals globally.