Tabby Kinder

Join Tabby Kinder, FT's West Coast financial editor, and Gillian Tett, FT columnist, as they dive into the fascinating world of Peter Thiel. Kinder reveals Thiel's substantial impact on Silicon Valley and his intricate ties with Trump. Tett examines Thiel's complex political philosophy, blending traditional values with libertarianism. They explore Thiel's motivations behind his controversial actions, his unique approach to power, and the evolving role of tech in reshaping American politics. Is he a visionary or a disruptor?

In this engaging discussion, George Hammond, a venture capital correspondent at the Financial Times, and Tabby Kinder, the U.S. West Coast financial editor, tackle the monumental changes at OpenAI. They delve into the implications of its shift to a for-profit model and the staggering $1.4 trillion in chip and data center deals. The duo also explores potential funding challenges, vendor financing concerns, and whether OpenAI could represent a systemic risk in the tech market. They highlight the race for computational resources among AI startups and what this means for the industry’s future.

In this discussion, Tabby Kinder, an FT finance reporter specializing in technology and finance, breaks down Palantir's remarkable stock market ascent. She examines how a shift in Silicon Valley attitudes towards defense has fueled the company’s growth, tying its success to increased government spending on national security and space exploration. Kinder also delves into the ethical concerns surrounding Palantir's operations and the impact of its close ties with the U.S. government, all while questioning its soaring valuation.