CNN, or Cable News Network, is a premier global news network headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. It was founded in 1980 by visionary media proprietor Ted Turner and seasoned network executive Reese Schonfeld, positioning itself as the first 24-hour news channel in the United States. As a trailblazer in cable news broadcasting, CNN set the standard for future news networks by offering continuous news coverage around the clock. Under the ownership of WarnerMedia News & Sports, a division of Warner Bros. Discovery, CNN has expanded its reach to serve a vast international audience. The network provides comprehensive news coverage through its television channel, digital platforms, and radio broadcasts, maintaining its reputation for timely and reliable news reporting on a global scale.