This paper tries to bring together the basic explanation of monopolies and Schumpeterian hypothesis of type and size of firm stimulating innovation by taking into account some literature that relates these two. It is a brief literature synthesis and sets grounds for future empirical research to test the Schumpeterian hypotheses.

In the 1980s the primary networks were circuit-switched. These networks were public utilities operated as monopolies. As we all know, circuit-switched networks have been largely replaced by packet-switched networks. Public utilities have been replaced by a highly competitive marketplace. An older generation of engineers has been replaced by a new one, and the appreciation of formal methods has ...

Abstract Purpose of Review This systematic literature review evaluates the potential gambling monopolies to affect harms. It compares occurrence harms in jurisdictions with license-based regimes. Recent Findings The identified 21 publications concerning three gambling-related harm indicators: problem prevalence, total consumption, and appearance conflicts interest. Due dearth literature, concep...