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Benjamin J. Shestakofsky on How Venture Capital Shapes Work, Innovation, and Inequality

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

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Venture Capital's Impact on Work and Innovation

This chapter explores the pivotal role of venture capital in shaping the high-tech sector of the U.S. economy and its implications for innovation and inequality. It presents insights from comprehensive research that highlights the contrast between the optimistic perception of tech innovation and the underlying challenges faced by workers. The discussion reveals the complexities of startup culture, emphasizing how venture capital influences organizational dynamics and exacerbates social disparities.

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