2025-12-27 15:25:24

Heavy-handed regulation has essentially crippled Europe's tech ecosystem. Look at the numbers and it tells the whole story.

While the EU was tightening the screws, they're now slapping Google with a $10.5 billion fine—essentially picking at the remains of what could've been. Enough capital to fund ambitious projects they'll likely never see.

The contrast is stark. European GDP grew from $16.4 trillion in 2016 to $19.4 trillion by 2024—a $3 trillion increase over eight years. Meanwhile, the US went from $18.8 trillion to $29.2 trillion, adding $10.4 trillion in the same period. That's not just a gap; it's a chasm.

Regulation has its place, sure. But stifle innovation, and you're essentially watching your competitive edge slip away while others sprint ahead.

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VibesOverCharts

· 17h ago

Europe has really shot itself in the foot. Just a $10.5 billion fine on Google would solve the problem? Wake up.

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StillBuyingTheDip

· 12-27 15:54

NGL, the EU's move is really shooting itself in the foot. Fining Google 10.5 billion isn't as good as using that money to support local innovation.

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SilentObserver

· 12-27 15:49

Europe's move just shot itself in the foot, still punishing Google for no reason.

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NeverVoteOnDAO

· 12-27 15:48

Europe really messed itself up, fining Google $10.5 billion and still acting smug... It would be great if this money could actually be used for innovation.

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