But in the past these new technologies have first found markets in Europe because its market is technologically unified, enabling not only economies of scale but also, and more importantly, economies of network.

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While there are industries where it makes sense to allow duopolies or even monopolies to obtain economies of scale and network effects computer operating systems and electric utilities might be two examples the tradeoff usually is that they must accept closer government regulation to prevent price-gouging and other abuses.

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Villages and rural communities lack economies of scale and are incapable of delivering the same network effects as cities.

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It has around 15, 000 employees, and operates a sourcing network of over 80 offices covering over 40 economies across North America, Europe and Asia.

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"We hope these census numbers signal a new era of racial politics in our states, rooted not only in strong economies but also equalities for all people, " said Jennifer Allen, executive director of the human rights organization Border Action Network.

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