A new version of capitalism, grounded in technology and science, is spawning new forms of corporate power and organization that will have major implications for the twenty-first century. This title addresses this phenomenon from the perspective of radical political economy and social criticism.

A radical critique of a new phase of capitalism grounded in corporate power and its exploitation of technological creativity

The relationship between innovation, networks and localities is of central concern for many nations. However, despite increasing interest in the components of this research triangle, efforts in these fields are hampered by a lackofconceptual and empirical insights. This volume brings together contributions from a distinguished group of scholars working in different but related disciplines, and aims to provide a fresh look at this research triangle. The objective is to offer a concise overview of current developments and insights derived from recent studies in Europe and North America. All of...

The largest, wealthiest corporations have gained unprecedented power and influence in contemporary life. From cradle to grave the decisions made by these entities have an enormous impact on how we live and work, what we eat, our physical and psychological health, what we know or believe, whom we elect, and how we deal with one another and with the natural world around us. At the same time, government seems ever more subservient to the power of these oligopolies, providing numerous forms of corporate welfare--tax breaks, subsidies, guarantees, and bailouts--while neglecting the most basic...

The largest, wealthiest corporations have gained unprecedented power and influence in contemporary life. From cradle to grave the decisions made by these entities have an enormous impact on how we live and work, what we eat, our physical and psychological health, what we know or believe, whom we elect, and how we deal with one another and with the natural world around us. At the same time, government seems ever more subservient to the power of these oligopolies, providing numerous forms of corporate welfare--tax breaks, subsidies, guarantees, and bailouts--while neglecting the most basic...

Technology and Oligopoly Capitalism is an important contribution to the collective understanding of how technology oligopolies are shaping America's social, economic and political reality.

Technology and Oligopoly Capitalism is an important contribution to the collective understanding of how technology oligopolies are shaping America's social, economic and political reality.