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Palantir AI Manifesto Sparks Debate Over Surveillance and State Power

Palantir AI Manifesto Sparks Debate Over Surveillance and State Power

On April 18, Palantir Technologies released a new AI manifesto linked to CEO Alex Karp’s book, The Technological Republic, aiming to position itself as a protector of Western interests. The manifesto has reignited debates over the company's role in surveillance and military data, raising concerns about whether Palantir’s power can remain benevolent amid its focus on operational intelligence and AI-driven capabilities.

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