Celebrating 20 Years! The WebCo turns 20!

Celebrating 20 Years! The WebCo turns 20!
Facebook Launches
Birth of Facebook (February 4, 2004): Mark Zuckerberg launched Facebook from his Harvard dorm room, initially as a social network for college students. Over the next two decades, Facebook would evolve into one of the world’s largest social media platforms, changing the way people connect online.
Martha Stewart goes to prison
Martha Stewart was convicted of a felony and sentenced to five months in prison for insider trading charges in March 2004 for lying to federal prosecutors about selling ImClone shares a day before the Food and Drug Administration announced it had declined to review ImClone’s application for its cancer drug Erbitux, FOX News reported.
Google Goes Public
(August 19, 2004): Google held its initial public offering (IPO), raising $1.67 billion and setting the stage for the company’s future as a tech giant. Google quickly became one of the most influential and profitable companies in the world.
Nintendo DS and PlayStation Portable (PSP) Released
2004 was a major year for handheld gaming, with the launch of the Nintendo DS and Sony’s PlayStation Portable (PSP). These devices became hugely popular, shaping the future of portable gaming.
“Friends” Final Episode
(May 6, 2004): After 10 seasons, the iconic TV sitcom Friends aired its final episode, bringing to a close one of the most beloved series in television history. The finale was watched by over 52 million viewers in the U.S., making it one of the most-watched TV events of the decade.
The Lord of the Rings
The Return of the King” at the Oscars: Peter Jackson’s The Return of the King dominated the Academy Awards in February 2004, winning all 11 of the categories it was nominated for, including Best Picture and Best Director. This sweep tied the film with Titanic and Ben-Hur for the most Oscar wins in history.
The Rise of YouTube
Birth of a Media Revolution: While YouTube was officially founded in 2005, 2004 laid the groundwork for the rise of online video sharing. It became a pivotal year for user-generated content as internet access became more widespread and broadband speeds increased globally, paving the way for video platforms like YouTube to take off.
Janet Jackson wardrobe malfunction at the Super Bowl
On Feb 1, 2004, Janet Jackson was involved in controversy when her breast was exposed in a wardrobe malfunction during a performance at the halftime show of Super Bowl XXXVIII, resulting in U.S. broadcasters improving FCC censorship policies
New Zealand – Auckland
16 June: A grapefruit sized meteorite crashes into an Auckland house, becoming the ninth recovered meteorite in New Zealand. Following expert advice by drying the rock out in their oven, the home owners plan to sell it or give it to a museum. Experts believe the meteorite, a chunk of an asteroid, could be worth more than $6,290, at the time.
NASA Rover lands on Mars

NASA’s Spirit rover, part of the Mars Exploration Rover (MER) mission, was launched in June 2003 and arrived on Mars early in January 2004.

To celebrate this milestone, we’re launching some exciting offers and activities to say THANK YOU and to help you take your online presence to the next level. Here’s what you can look forward to:

Win a Free Website Audit

We’re giving away 20 free comprehensive website audits. This includes a detailed analysis of your site’s performance, user experience, and search engine optimisation (SEO). You’ll also receive personalised recommendations on how to improve your conversions. Simply reply to this email for your chance to win!

20-Point Digital Strategy Session

Book a 20-point strategy session with one of our experts to ensure your digital assets/marketing are performing at their best. We’ll guide you through the latest trends and ensure your business stays ahead of the curve.

From everyone at The Web Co, thank you for being a part of our journey! Here’s to the next 20 years of innovation and growth together.