General Electric (GE) is a large American multinational conglomerate founded by Thomas Edison in 1876. It operates in diverse business areas including energy, aviation, healthcare, and capital through various business units. Some of its major products and services include aircraft engines, power generation equipment, medical imaging technology, and financial services. GE pursues innovation and has a history of acquisitions to grow its business, though it has also faced controversies over environmental pollution, tax practices, and reactor designs.