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Archos is a French multinational electronics company founded in 1988 by Henri Crohas in Igny, France. The company name is an anagram of the founder's surname. Archos pioneered the digital audio revolution by launching the world's first hard disk-based MP3 player (Jukebox 6000) in 2000, followed by innovations in multimedia players, TV recording devices, WiFi connectivity, and touchscreen technology. Originally focused on portable media players and consumer electronics, Archos evolved into tablets and smartphones, becoming one of the first companies to offer Android-based tablets in 2009. Today, the company operates across three main segments: mobile solutions, AI, and blockchain technologies, with expansion into B2B markets through subsidiaries like Logic Instrument for professional mobile solutions and Medical Devices Venture for healthcare technology. After strong financial recovery in 2024 with 58% revenue growth reaching €31.4 million and returning to profitability, Archos aims to double its revenue in 2025.