Founded in 2007 by Friedrich Schwandt and Tim Kröger, Statista came into being as a statistics portal to make data more accessible and understandable. The idea sparked when Schwandt, then a statistics student, recognized the need for a centralized platform that could provide easy access to various statistical data. Starting as a small team in Hamburg, Germany, they built Statista into a global data and business intelligence platform. Today, Statista is owned by the Ströer Group, a German digital multi-channel media company. Statista covers a wide range of topics including business, politics, technology, society, and more. While not a traditional news outlet, they provide up-to-date statistics and forecasts on current events and trends worldwide. Their headquarters remain in Hamburg, with additional offices in New York, London, Paris, and other major cities. Statista has become a go-to source for researchers, businesses, and journalists seeking reliable data and insights. One interesting fact: A unique aspect of Statista is its "Statista Accounts" program, which allows universities to provide their students and faculty with free access to Statista's premium features, making it a valuable resource for academic research and projects.