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E43: The Silicon Valley Canon, Smart Contracts, and the Yen Carry Trade
"The Riff" with Byrne Hobart and Erik Torenberg
Tech Culture and Shareholder Activism
This chapter examines the unique openness and knowledge-sharing culture within the tech industry, contrasting it with other fields like humanities and medicine. It explores the challenges and inherent contradictions faced by tech professionals, while also discussing the evolution of shareholder activism, including strategies like 'greenmail' and the shift towards more cooperative methods in modern practices. Through historical examples, the chapter highlights the tension between mission-driven companies and traditional profit motives, revealing how these dynamics shape decision-making in the tech sector.
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