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> light bulb cartel I know nothing about this and have no strong opinions about it one way or the other, but that phrasing is hilarious.

• kup0 8y ago
  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phoebus_cartel https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phoebus_cartel > The Phoebus cartel created a notable landmark in the history of the global economy because it engaged in large-scale planned obsolescence to generate repeated sales and maximize profit. > The cartel conveniently lowered operational costs and worked to standardize the life expectancy of light bulbs at 1,000 hours (down from 2,500 hours) and raised prices without fear of competition. The cartel tested their bulbs and fined manufacturers for bulbs that lasted more than 1,000 hours.
  • JohnJamesRambo 8y ago
    There's a special circle in hell that should be reserved for people like this.
    • oftenwrong 8y ago
      They get to serve in the devil's cabinet.