Silicon Valley's Fading Idealism in Anime and Manga The tech industry's optimistic image has been steadily eroding over the years.
What was once a staple of early anime and manga – a sense of idealism tied to American values – has given way to more nuanced critiques of Silicon Valley's excesses.
The Rise of Silicon Valley Idealism Early anime and manga often reflected the tech industry's golden age, when innovation and entrepreneurship were seen as virtuous pursuits.