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10 implied HN points 20 Jan 24
  1. The Dutch-Portuguese War lasted nearly 70 years and involved major powers like Spain, England, France, China, and kingdoms in South Asia.
  2. The conflict represented a clash between capitalism and mercantilism, with the Dutch East India Company fighting for shareholder value.
  3. The war reshaped maritime legal policy, led to the development of Mare Liberum, and catalyzed the rise of capitalism as a dominant global force.
6 implied HN points 22 Jun 23
  1. Undersea cables are critical for global communication, commerce, and collaboration, carrying majority of international data traffic.
  2. The evolution of undersea cables from telegraph to fiber-optic technology has significantly increased data capacity, reliability, and speed.
  3. The undersea cable network is a remarkable feat of human engineering, showcasing global interconnectedness and the importance of unseen digital infrastructure.
4 implied HN points 03 May 23
  1. Cyrus the Great stood out among brutal leaders of his time by showing wisdom and compassion in his rule.
  2. Cyrus' enlightened approach to leadership included religious tolerance, respecting customs of conquered peoples, and using unique levels of clemency.
  3. Cyrus' model of delegation, strategic vision, and legacy of just rule can inspire modern leaders in areas like empowering subordinates and balancing centralization with decentralization.
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