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    Third Wave: An Entrepreneur's Vision of the Future
    Steve Case
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    AOL founder Steve Case reveals the "Third Wave" - where internet transforms healthcare, education, and food industries. His vision predicts a $1 trillion health tech market by 2025, while urging entrepreneurs to reimagine relationships with customers, competitors, and governments.

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