TED is 40 — here's how it all started | Chris Anderson and Richard Saul Wurman
TED Talks Daily
The Turning Point: TED's Ownership Shift
This chapter explores the transition of TED's ownership at the turn of the millennium, detailing the emotional and financial negotiations surrounding the sale. The speakers reflect on their fears of losing TED's essence to corporate influences and share humorous anecdotes from the conference's evolution. They also celebrate memorable moments from TED's history, emphasizing the importance of audience engagement and the challenges of curating impactful content.
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