Sharing Economy Startups and Tax Havens

The video discusses Airbnb's anticipated profitability and the potential for sharing economy companies to adopt tax avoidance strategies similar to those used by tech and pharma companies. It raises questions about corporate social responsibility and the role of companies as citizens. The US government is still grappling with how to regulate the sharing economy, with some proposals stalled in Congress. The discussion also touches on the Panama Papers and the broader economic incentives that encourage tax avoidance.

What concerns are raised regarding Airbnb's potential profitability and tax strategies?

How do the tax strategies of Airbnb compare to those of traditional tech companies?

What implications does the sharing economy have on the role of companies in society?

What actions has the US government considered regarding the taxation of the sharing economy?

In what ways do the Panama Papers relate to the current discussions about tax strategies of companies like Airbnb?