About Quote by Sarah Lacy
“What's awesome about the Internet is how it breaks up monopolistic markets where middlemen unfairly gobble up outsized fees, leaving us little choice but to keep paying them.”
About This Quote
Source Article: “The Internet and Market Competition” by Sarah Lacy, 2014
The web disrupts monopolies by cutting out middlemen, reducing fees and increasing consumer choice.
In simple terms: Internet breaks monopolies, lowers fees.
Support platforms that eliminate unnecessary intermediaries.
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When to use this quote
- e‑commerce
- small business
- consumer rights
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What industries benefit most from disintermediation?
- How can we ensure fair competition online?
Some services still rely on middlemen for quality control.