The article critiques Jack Dorsey and Elon Musk for their flippant comments about deleting intellectual property (IP) law. It suggests that their statements stem more from privilege than genuine intellectual critique. The author argues that IP law is essential for societal structure, innovation, and commerce, highlighting the chaos that could ensue without it. The commentary also points out the irony of tech giants dismissing IP, as their own successes are inherently linked to the protections provided by IP law. The article calls out the potential consequences of such ideas beyond mere jest or provocation.
That was the moment Jack Dorsey posted "Delete all IP law" on X. A little later, Elon Musk added his approval with "I agree."
Without IP law, the structure of the 21st century would degenerate into warlord-managed fiefdoms where the organizations with the most power to intimidate would take what they wanted.
Rather than demonstrating the risible braggadocio of teenage boys on their first beer binge, our dynamic duo should look to the inevitable consequences of acting as if IP law had indeed been deleted.
It's a good thing for Jack and Elon themselves, whose entire empires are built on IP law.
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