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The lessons from "Move Fast and Break Things" can be applied to understand the influence of tech giants in today's business environment by observing how these companies, like Facebook, Google, and Amazon, have used their platforms to dominate not only the tech industry but also other sectors. They have done this by innovating quickly, taking risks, and not being afraid to disrupt existing systems. This approach has allowed them to gain significant control over various aspects of society, including culture and democracy. However, it has also raised concerns about monopoly power, privacy, and the impact on traditional businesses and media outlets.
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The story is also complicated by the fact that Facebook functions as a monopoly. For many news outlets, winning on Facebook can often mean life or death for their firm. In 2015 Facebook began a new practice of hosting news stories directly on Facebook rather than carrying readers to linked sites. Despite the risks of handing over much of their readers' experience and information to Facebook, many outlets were on board. One writer posits that if news sites banded together, they could resist this overture. But the practice is likely too far gone.
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