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Johana Bouyan
Senior tech reporter and editor for The Guardian US, reporting on Palantir's contracts, ICE documents and the company's role in data and government surveillance.
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Dec 9, 2025
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Palantir: the world’s ‘scariest company’?
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In this engaging discussion, Michael Steinberger, an author and former wine critic, alongside tech reporter Johana Bouyan from The Guardian, delve into the controversial world of Palantir. They explore Alex Karp's unique upbringing and how it shaped his leadership style. The duo dives into Palantir's surveillance software, its long-term ties with ICE, and ethical dilemmas surrounding military contracts. With insights on data privacy and the implications of centralizing sensitive information, they ponder the true intentions behind Karp's vision of 'saving the West'.
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