Summary of The Big Nine

The Big Nine is a book by Amy Wallace that examines the power of the nine tech companies driving immense digital change in the world today: Apple, Amazon, Facebook, Microsoft, Google, Alibaba, Tencent, Intel, and Uber. Through interviews with current and former employees, industry experts, and regulators, Wallace explores the complex and often interrelated histories of each of the Big Nine, emphasizing how they have grown into what they are today and examining the impact of each company on the world. In her exploration, Wallace shows how these companies are inextricably linked with key global issues, including privacy, monopolization, economic inequality, and more. Through detailed analysis of each company, she makes the case for further examination and regulation to address potential threats posed by excessive corporate power.