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New book offers glimpse inside world of controversial tech firm Palantir and its CEO

New book offers glimpse inside world of controversial tech firm Palantir and its CEO

Summary

A new book provides details about Palantir Technologies, a tech company known for its data analysis software. This software is used by governments, the military, and large companies.

Key Facts

  • Palantir Technologies is based in Silicon Valley, an area known for tech companies.
  • The company makes software that analyzes large amounts of data quickly.
  • Palantir's software is used by government agencies, military organizations, and big businesses.
  • Alex Karp is the CEO of Palantir Technologies.
  • The book titled “The Philosopher in the Valley” explores the impact of Palantir and its CEO.
  • The book discusses Palantir's role in surveillance, which means watching people or places to gather information.

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