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Episode #206 ... Capitalism is dead. This is Technofeudalism. (Yanis Varoufakis)

Jul 21, 2024

Dive into the thought-provoking concept of Technofeudalism, where economic power mirrors feudal systems. Hear how Amazon transforms buyer-seller dynamics through algorithms and reshapes our understanding post-2008 crisis. Explore the surprising resilience of the stock market amidst economic decline, driven by central bank interventions. Reflect on how Technofeudalism affects living standards and the potential for a new, equitable corporate governance model that empowers employees. This deep analysis invites you to rethink capitalism and its future.

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Technofeudalism emerges from tech companies' control over production means, reshaping the economy.

Addressing data control and behavior manipulation by tech companies crucial in combating Technofeudalism.

Deep dives

The Transition from Capitalism to Techno-Feudalism

Many philosophers are discussing the shift from capitalism to techno-feudalism as a key analysis of modern problems. Janus Verifakis argues that capitalism is dead and we are now in a new age of techno-feudalism. This shift in power structures is highlighted by the control of the means of production by tech companies, transforming the economic landscape.

The Digital Feudal System

01:22

Investing in the Future: Tech Industry vs. Traditional Companies

01:21

Contend with Problems and Find Solutions

01:22

Intro

5min

From Capitalism to Technofeudalism: The Amazon Example

12min

Techno-Feudalism and Market Resilience

6min

Understanding Techno-Feudalism and Its Societal Impacts

11min

Rethinking Capitalism: Ownership and Agency

3min

Today we talk about the concept of Technofeudalism as described by Yanis Varoufakis. We talk about the comparisons of our world to the feudal system, the origins in the economic policy of 2008, and a few potential paths forward centered around important questions to be revisiting. Hope you enjoy it! :)

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