How Is Rentier Capitalism Aggravating Inequality
Offered By: World Economic Forum via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the impact of rentier capitalism on income inequality in this 36-minute World Economic Forum panel discussion. Delve into the concept of a financialized economy and its effects on those with traditional jobs. Gain insights from experts Ricardo Hausmann and Guy Standing as they discuss trends shaping rentier capitalism, technological aspects, property rights, and potential solutions like universal basic income. Learn about the redistribution of income, the possibility of social uprisings, and breakthrough ideas presented at Davos. Understand the main messages conveyed and final thoughts on addressing economic disparities in this thought-provoking conversation moderated by Heather Long.
Syllabus
Intro
What is Rentier Capitalism
What is a Rentier Economy
Technological Aspects of Rentier Capitalism
Property Rights vs Patents
Redistributing Income
Another Uprising
Response to Rentier Capitalism
Solutions to Inequality
Main Message at Davos
Universal Basic Income
Breakthrough Discussions
Final Thoughts
Taught by
World Economic Forum
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