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The Economist· 2025-10-02 17:40
The European method for firing workers may feel kinder than the American way. But cuddly capitalism comes with hidden costs https://t.co/VVJgTVs4aN ...
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Anthony Pompliano 🌪· 2025-10-01 21:59
Capitalism has lifted more people out of poverty than all philanthropy combined. ...
Test of Time | North America Auto Tariffs, American Worker Shortage, 20 Years After Katrina
Bloomberg Television· 2025-09-26 23:00
This is a special anniversary episode of Wall Street Week. I'm David Weston bringing you stories of capitalism. It was just a year ago that we debuted this new version of our program.It's been through several lives since Lewis Ruckiser first broadcast his original version on PBS back in November of 1970. >> Good evening. I'm Louisis Rukiser.This is Wall Street Week. Welcome back. >> Well, folks, it's New Year's again.Abby, welcome back. You've made this walk 10 times. I think you know the way.Thank you, Luk ...
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mert | helius.dev· 2025-09-26 20:16
As DAT premiums start to compress, Kyle suggests that big DATs will start buying smaller DATs, FSHing their holdings, and swapping them for SOLThe ultimate PvP game of capitalismHe uses the term "apex predator"We are in for a fun few months https://t.co/IYSBbf8OOD ...
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The Block· 2025-09-26 14:46
'Capitalism is awesome': More crypto DATs to come, but consolidation around the corner, says https://t.co/TVXk3bFYxG CEO https://t.co/wXCNpCcjt7 ...
Choosing connection over consumption | Rolena Richardson | TEDxBard College
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-22 16:50
Environmental Impact of Consumerism - Annually, Americans discard over 12 million tons of furniture, equivalent to filling 1,600 Olympic swimming pools [1] - An estimated three-fifths (60%) of all clothing ends up in landfills or incinerators within a year of production, translating to a truckload of used clothing dumped or burned every second [2] - Global waste generation is projected to increase by 70% over the next 30 years, equating to 34 billion tons of waste each year [25] Critique of Capitalism - Capitalism is criticized for leading to the destruction of traditional values, environmental degradation, worker and consumer exploitation, and negative mental health effects [2] - Over the last 55 years, the global population has doubled, while global resource extraction has tripled [12] - From 2016 to 2021, global consumption exceeded 75% of the entire 20th-century consumption [13] - Capitalism prioritizes products that generate quick profits, such as fossil fuel vehicles, fast fashion, and cheap gadgets, leading to endless production and waste [14][15] Alternative Consumption Model - The report advocates for slow and empathetic consumerism, emphasizing choices that honor relationships between consumers and items, the people who made them, and the land the materials come from [8] - Slow consumerism challenges the fast-paced disposable culture, promoting fewer, higher quality items crafted with care and designed to last [8][9] - Empathetic consumerism invites compassion into purchasing decisions, considering the lives, traditions, and stories of the people behind the products [10] Call to Action - The report suggests five simple actions: question the value and impact of purchases, engage in creation, build relationships (not just transactions), prioritize giving over getting, and reconnect with nature [26][27][28][29][30][31]
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The Wall Street Journal· 2025-09-17 17:20
How and why is capitalism in the U.S. so different from its counterparts, especially in Europe?The answer can be found in the country’s origins 🔗 https://t.co/OlovowYCcr https://t.co/onfZpWWEMa ...
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Balaji· 2025-09-17 10:23
Economic Impact - The report suggests a shift from communism towards capitalism [1] - India's economy is described as the world's fastest growing [1] Political Context - The report references the "Modi effect," implying a significant impact from Narendra Modi's leadership [1] - The report mentions ending the Maoist insurgency [1] Timeline - Narendra Modi took office in 2014 [1]
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Bitcoin Magazine· 2025-09-16 19:05
Geopolitical & Economic Strategy - Focus on the tension between free markets and strategic geopolitical priorities, highlighting capital controls' impact on investors amidst fiscal dominance [1] - Discussion of strategic technologies and global rivalry, indicating a shift towards national capitalism from multinational models [1] - Examination of economic statecraft and its influence on the transition from multinational to national capitalism [1] - Analysis of government stakes in tech companies like Intel and NVIDIA, reflecting state-led capitalism [1] Technology & National Security - Consideration of a strategic Bitcoin reserve for national security and geopolitical implications [1] - Emphasis on noncustodial developer protection as a priority [1] - AI is discussed as the new social architecture [1] Market Dynamics - Exploration of political cycles as a defining feature of market cycles [1] - Discussion of new market structure legislation [1]