Global Crossing History: Founder and Dotcom Era Telecom Collapse
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What happened
Global Crossing was founded in March 1997 and quickly expanded its fiber network across 27 countries and more than 200 cities. The company raised $1 billion in 2001 but declared bankruptcy just 221 days later. Gary Winnick, the founder, sold $700 million worth of stock before the company collapsed.
From dailyreckoning.com
Why it matters
The company's rapid growth and subsequent failure illustrate the high risks associated with large-scale telecom infrastructure investment during the dotcom boom. The collapse highlighted how technological advancements, such as DWDM, rapidly changed the viability of existing fiber networks.
From dailyreckoning.com
Who's involved
- Gary WinnickFounder of Global Crossing
- Global CrossingTelecom company that built a global fiber network
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