Private hands does not imply lack of control --- As has happened before, most critical infraestructures are born in private hands. From railroads to the telegraph to internet, private enterprises have been the ones pushing the innovation wave with their ventures and therefore, have been well positioned to capitalize on the gains. However, being in private hands does not mean lack of government control, since companies have the greatest stake on the investment. Usually, this symbiotic relationships means enterprises need governments to defend them while goverments need companies to stay ahead of the innovation curve.

Source author: Carlos García Delgrado cgarciad@sre.gob.mx