Peter Thiel's Impact on Tech and Society

This chapter examines the early investment strategies of Peter Thiel, particularly his role in Facebook and the Teal Fellowship, crafted to address public perceptions shaped by media narratives. It explores Thiel's influence on entrepreneurship culture, his libertarian philosophy's impact on Zuckerberg's management style, and the controversial consequences of Facebook's policies. Additionally, the chapter navigates Thiel's interactions with Elon Musk and critiques the duality of admiration and concern regarding Thiel's influence on journalism and democracy.