Carl Shapiro

About the Author

Carl Shapiro is a distinguished economist and professor emeritus at the University of California, Berkeley's Haas School of Business, where he has shaped the understanding of technology markets and innovation for decades. With a PhD from MIT, Shapiro's career spans academia, government service as Deputy Assistant Attorney General for Economics in the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice, and advisory roles in the private sector. His work bridges economic theory and practical policy, particularly in the realms of intellectual property, competition, and digital economies. Co-author of the seminal book Information Rules, Shapiro offers timeless insights into the strategic management of information goods in an increasingly networked world, influencing business leaders and policymakers alike.