Technology and the Market
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Tech advances only happen under freedom, they do not just happen. Collectives do not make technology, only individuals do. Eliminating taxes would encourage investments. Tearing down all interventions and regulations would free enterprise. Patents have distorted innovation. They are not necessary.
Hosted at the Mises Institute on 30 April 2010. Sponsored by Jeremy S. Davis.