Rents vs. Profits
Cory discusses the shift from profit-driven capitalism to a system dominated by rent extraction, where companies prioritize collecting rents over creating value. He highlights the implications of this trend, such as the rise of patent trolls and the monopolistic practices of major tech firms that leverage their platforms to compete against their own sellers. The conversation underscores the need for a return to a system that values innovation and productivity rather than mere rent-seeking behavior.In this clip
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