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Report Claims Elite Tech Firms Exceed National Economies in Valuation

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 10
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What happened

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A report noted that in 2016, the total valuation of technology firms surpassed the economies of both Canada and Brazil. The report further stated that companies such as Apple, Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon were individually worth more than Italy, Canada, Brazil, Russia, or Mexico.

From spiked-online.com

Why it matters

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The report suggests that a shift in global influence is occurring, moving from governments toward a handful of elite technology firms. It argues that these companies are becoming 'new superpowers' on the global stage, with AI potentially becoming a 'third superpower.'

From spiked-online.com

Who's involved

  • AmazonAmerican multinational technology company whose strategy is shaped by Jeff Bezos and directed by Andy Jassy.
  • John MulhollandAmerican documentary filmmaker who utilizes Amazon Prime services for professional distribution purposes.
  • ApprenticeMagic: The Gathering software whose rights were acquired by Amazon.
  • Andy JassyAmerican businessman who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Amazon.
  • Jeff BezosAmerican business magnate whose influence shapes Amazon's core strategy and operations.

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Coverage

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