#153 - Cory Doctorow and Joe Betts-LaCroix
Y Combinator Startup Podcast
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Monopolies in the Age of Tech
This chapter explores the historical context and contemporary implications of monopolistic practices across various industries, particularly in music and technology. It highlights the regulatory challenges and the paradox of large tech firms taking on state-like responsibilities, which leads to monopolistic behavior. The discussion critiques the reluctance to disrupt established platforms, while also proposing alternatives that enhance user privacy and empower decision-making in social media interactions.
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