Canonical is a software company founded in 2004 by Mark Shuttleworth to market commercial support and services for Ubuntu, the popular open-source Linux operating system. Headquartered in London, the company is a global, remote-first organization focused on delivering open-source software solutions for the cloud, AI, and IoT. Canonical works to accelerate open-source innovation by providing expertise and services, enabling businesses to leverage the benefits of free software while maintaining security and cost-effectiveness.