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The New Gilded Age

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Tech Titans: From Monopoly to Philanthropy

This chapter explores the rise of the tech industry in the 1990s, particularly focusing on Bill Gates and Microsoft's impact on the market. It discusses the evolution of Gates from a successful entrepreneur to a key philanthropist while addressing antitrust challenges and societal perceptions of wealth. The chapter also raises important questions about the influence of concentrated financial power on global issues and public policy.

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