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Thanksgiving Mega-Pod: Bob Iger’s Power Grab, SBF’s Scandal, and Elon Musk’s Omnishambles

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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The Tech Boom and Its Reckoning

This chapter explores the evolution of venture capital and its profound influence on the tech industry, especially during a low interest rate environment that prioritized growth over profits. It highlights the transition faced by companies like Uber and Netflix as rising inflation and interest rates compel a reevaluation of strategies and sustainable practices.

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