I don't think they are smashing tech industry per se, just those in it who grew bold enough they thought they can actually do/say what they want, and not remain

I don't think they are smashing tech industry per se, just those in it who grew bold enough they thought they can actually do/say what they want, and not remain forever in servitude to those wielding real power. Be a good boy and stay a good boy and you shall be rewarded, at least domestically. This doesn't foster international success so easily but that's another story.