Pete Cashmore (born September 18, 1985) is a British internet entrepreneur best known as the founder of Mashable, a leading technology and digital culture blog. Hailing from Aberdeen, Scotland, he launched Mashable from his bedroom at age 19 in 2005, initially focusing on social media news. Under his leadership, Mashable grew into a globally influential media platform covering technology, social media, and entertainment. Cashmore is recognized for his sharp industry insights and has been named among Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People multiple times. He currently serves as CEO of Mashable and is active in tech investments and startups.
