How Ireland Became Europe’s Tech and Tax Haven

Описание: Once one of Europe’s poorest nations, Ireland is now home to the headquarters of the world’s biggest tech giants — from Google and Apple to Meta and Microsoft. But how did this small country transform into Europe’s leading tech hub and a global tax haven?

In this video, we dive into the fascinating story of Ireland’s rise as the “Celtic Tiger”:
📉 From poverty, mass emigration, and crisis to rapid economic growth
💼 How low corporate taxes attracted Silicon Valley’s biggest players
🏦 Why Dublin became the European base for global tech and finance companies
📈 The role of EU membership, education, and skilled workforce in fueling growth
⚖️ And the controversies — how Ireland’s tax policies sparked debates across Europe and the U.S.

📍Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:40 Historical Background!
01:33 The European Union's Path!
02:21 Changes in Economic Policies!
03:16 Foreign Investment and IDA Ireland!
04:07 The Economic Boom of the Celtic Tiger!
05:26 The Rise of the Tech Industry!
06:35 Controversies and Criticisms!
07:46 Dual Role: Membership and Heaven!
08:33 Revival After Crises!
10:11 Global Context and Comparison!
11:50 Conclusion!

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