The Realignment

497 | Anupreeta Das: How Tech Billionaires Reshaped America

Aug 13, 2024
Anupreeta Das, South Asia Correspondent for The New York Times and author of "Billionaire, Nerd, Savior, King," discusses the profound influence of tech billionaires on American society. She compares their philanthropic strategies with those of finance magnates, spotlighting the rise of effective altruism. The conversation dives into public perceptions of billionaires amidst economic inequality, and the historical lessons from Microsoft's antitrust challenges. Finally, Anupreeta highlights the increasing prominence of South Asians in tech leadership and the cultural legacy of figures like Steve Jobs.
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