Radio Corporation of America (RCA)

The Radio Corporation of America (RCA) was a major American electronics company founded in 1919, best known for its innovations in radio and television technology. It played a key role in developing and popularizing radio broadcasting, making it a household technology. RCA also produced consumer electronics, including radios and later televisions, and was a leading force in the entertainment industry through its music and film divisions. Its influence helped shape modern mass communication, and it was a dominant player in the electronics sector until it was broken up in the 1980s.