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202659 minPG-13documentary

8.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

The Tech Billionaire Takeover

202659 minPG-13documentary

8.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

A new generation of tech billionaires is establishing private nations and reshaping global finance, as explored by journalist Matt Shea.

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A new generation of tech billionaires is establishing private nations and reshaping global finance, as explored by journalist Matt Shea.

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Jamie Tahsindirector

Matt Shea

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A new breed of tech billionaires are building their own countries, replacing democracy as we know it and targeting the global financial system. Matt Shea goes inside their world.

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