Here’s a look at what happens when Washington seeks to regulate Silicon Valley by enforcement. My Bay Area partner Louis Lehot and I compare notes….
“We must recognize the value of venture capital and promote an environment that supports and encourages its continued growth,” the authors conclude. “Otherwise, we risk losing the tech industry’s tremendous potential for our economy and society.”
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