The tech elite's shift towards authoritarianism underlines a cynical capitalism where merit is disregarded, leading to severe civil rights threats. As America faces decline, China may emerge as a more stable global partner, potentially reshaping the tech landscape.

The House of Lords warns that the UK media faces extinction by 2034 due to technological and economic upheaval, with local newspapers closing and trust in news plummeting.

Is the tech market an Adam Smith paradise with perfect competition or a distorted ecosystem where incumbents are bound to always win?