Alibaba Group Holding Ltd is a giant in the digital world, offering a wide array of services from online retail platforms like Taobao and Tmall to cloud computing, digital media, and entertainment through Youku and Alibaba Pictures. It's a hub for merchants and brands globally, providing tools for marketing, logistics through Cainiao Network, and consumer engagement. Alibaba also caters to local services with platforms like Ele.me for on-demand delivery and Koubei for restaurant guides, alongside innovations in IoT and smart devices such as Tmall Genie. Founded in 1999, Alibaba continues to expand its footprint beyond its base in Hangzhou, China.