Slate News ICYMI | Is Partiful Cancelled?
Jun 21, 2025
Discover the latest sounds of summer from Love Island and pop culture! Dive into the brewing controversy around Partiful, the event invite app now tangled in ethical debates due to its founders' past associations. Uncover the connection to Palantir and the implications for user privacy, while pondering why no good invite apps seem to exist anymore. Plus, share your coming-out stories for an upcoming Pride feature!
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Justin Bieber's Viral Paparazzi Rant
- Justin Bieber went viral with an impromptu speech defending himself from paparazzi on Father's Day weekend.
- His passionate lines were soon remixed into memes and viral TikTok songs, renewing his online presence.
Partiful's Rise and Controversy
- Partiful gained popularity as a free, creative event invitation app favored by Gen Z.
- Controversy arose due to its founders' past employment at Palantir, linked to government surveillance and deportation efforts.
Mixed Signals from Partiful CEO
- Partiful's CEO stated they avoided government work while at Palantir and denies Palantir funding.
- Yet, she participated in a panel partnership called the 'Palantir Mafia,' blurring ethical clarity.