Pablo Torre Finds Out Exclusive: The Invisible NBA Owner and "Crimes Against Humanity"
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Jan 27, 2026 Sam Koppelman, investigative reporter and founder of Hunterbrook Media, unpacks how Ubiquiti gear surfaced on Russian battlefields and the murky supply chains that got it there. He describes undercover reporting from resellers to Moscow dealers. The conversation ties tech, sanctions and accountability into surprising links with the NBA and billionaire ownership.
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From Engineer To Invisible Billionaire
- Robert Pera built Ubiquiti from Apple engineering roots and became the youngest NBA controlling owner in 2012.
- His tech success and low public profile make him an influential but invisible figure in sports and tech.
The Failed One-On Challenge
- Robert Pera publicly challenged Tony Allen to a one-on-one and even prepared with training and a fight poster.
- The event was canceled and Pera reportedly tried to fire coach Dave Joerger afterward when it fell apart.
A Giant Hidden In Plain Sight
- Ubiquiti is a massive but opaque $34B company that avoids earnings calls and public visibility.
- Their hardware is widely used globally in consumer and pro settings despite the company's low profile.