All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg Palantir CEO Alex Karp: Why the West is Destroying Itself, Data Empire, Skeptics, How to Win
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Sep 9, 2025 
In this insightful discussion, Alex Karp, CEO of Palantir Technologies, dives into the polarized views surrounding his company. He critiques the West's self-destructive tendencies and examines the implications of modern Progressivism. Karp also explores the complex dynamics of technology in immigration, advocating for a balanced approach to security and civil liberties. Additionally, he touches on issues like antisemitism and China's strategic maneuvers, highlighting the importance of understanding external and internal threats to maintain national stability.
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Outperformance Beats PR
- Palantir's success comes from outperforming against skeptical expectations and long technical persistence.
- Alex Karp argues builders value measurable accomplishment over rhetorical praise.
Losing Is Misframed As Noble
- Protesters often assume they cannot win in the new tech economy and valorize losing.
- Karp says that leads to anti-meritocratic philosophies that hurt individual accomplishment.
Use Precise Software To Reduce Harm
- Use better software to reduce civilian harm and target operations more precisely.
- Karp recommends stronger technical tools to justify and minimize interventions in conflicts and policing.