In 1788, the impeachment of Warren Hastings highlighted the East India Company's immense power, which had conquered much of India through violence and commerce. Today, tech giants like Nvidia and SpaceX echo this dominance, controlling critical global infrastructure. Nvidia's valuation rivals Germany's GDP, while SpaceX operates most active satellites.

This historical comparison raises questions about corporate influence over sovereign states, as both eras saw private entities amass unprecedented power. The article draws parallels between the East India Company's rise and fall and the current trajectory of Big Tech, suggesting lessons from history may apply to modern corporate governance and regulation.