The TED organization was formed in by Richard Saul Wurman in 1984 as a way to spread ideas on technology, entertainment and Design (TED) through major conferences. Over time TED has begun to cover many more topics through their TEDx events to more often convey the ideas people have. Today the TED organization spreads ideas about global issues and scientific breakthroughs through short speeches given by inspired minds to inspired minds. The organization further expands their reach through their website as well as social media accounts from which they post the videos of their speeches.