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Olivier Jutel
Academic who studies venture capital and its political effects, author of the lecture 'A Critical Theory of Venture Capital' and commentator on VC's role in shaping state power and policy.
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Jan 2, 2026
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Inside The Tech Cult: How Venture Capital Plans to Exit Democracy
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In this engaging discussion, Olivier Jutel, an academic expert on venture capital and its political ramifications, explores how VC is reshaping democracy. He reveals the shift from innovation to power as leading figures invest in AI, surveillance, and radical political projects. Jutel critiques the myths surrounding venture capital's profit-making, the concept of 'network states,' and how current economic models prioritize elite interests over democracy. He argues for reclaiming tech's future to preserve a collective societal vision.
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