One could argue that it’s all the centralization and monopolistic behavior which hinders tech development in the usa. So a breakup might have short term stutters but long term gains.

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skinfaxi a day ago | parent [-]

Tech development is hindered in the USA?

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brigandish a day ago | parent [-]

By monopolies, yes. Know what an acquihire is? Heard of a buyout leading to a shut down?

That hinders development.

	▲	skinfaxi 12 hours ago \| parent [-]
		The creator of a specific technology getting acquihired doesn't stop others from competing with the original. If anything, acquihire is a validating signal and probably leads to more entries into the market.