Peter Thiel.
German-American entrepreneur and venture capitalist (born 1967)
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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A book details a network of influential figures, including Peter Thiel and JD Vance, aiming to install a corporate dictatorship in America.Some support2 reports
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Thiel's business history, including the founding of Founders Fund and PayPal's sale to eBay, is detailed alongside Palantir's use in military and government operations.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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Peter Thiel's company is providing security services for Donald Trump.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Musk, CEO of SpaceX, revealed that AI warnings led him to view Mars as a political issue, a shift noted by Peter Thiel, a co-founder of PayPal.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Peter Thiel was identified as a PayPal cofounder and expressed his belief that eccentric CEOs benefit society.Some support1 report
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Peter Thiel commented on the ICC's potential oversight of the administration and expressed skepticism regarding US involvement in the Middle East.Some support1 report
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Clergy support for reversing Medicare opt-out decisions, alongside Peter Thiel's role in co-founding PayPal.Some support1 report
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Following the GENIUS Act, key figures like Peter Thiel and companies such as Coinbase and Circle are positioning themselves to benefit from stablecoin regulatory clarity.Well supported10 reports2 developments inside
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Peter Thiel and Sergey Brin co-founded a Political Action Committee (PAC).Some support1 report
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Peter Thiel bankrolled the creation of a prototype for Palantir Technologies.Some support1 report
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Billionaires, including Elon Musk, Larry Ellison, and Peter Thiel, are reportedly fleeing California due to a hostile business climate.Some support1 report
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Billionaires, including Yuri Milner and Peter Thiel, are investing in longevity science startups like Retro Biosciences.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Thiel's associates and Zumiez face scrutiny over political advocacy and financial ties, utilizing government data.Some support1 report
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Peter Thiel made remarks during an interview with Mathias Döpfner's podcast.Some support1 report
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Altman, Thiel, and Andreessen are Silicon Valley backers of a project focused on experimental economic zones.Some support1 report
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Peter Thiel founded Objection AI for private investigations. Concurrently, Gawker sued Thiel's interests, which resulted in bankruptcy.Some support5 reports
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A group of influential tech figures, including Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Peter Thiel, and Marc Andreessen, are competing to conquer Mars and influence future technology.Some support1 report
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Health officials warned about risks to the NHS stemming from foreign technology, involving Palantir and Peter Thiel.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Palantir Technologies is aggressively expanding into government and defense work, driven by co-founder Peter Thiel.Well supported3 reports3 developments inside
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Tom Watson was appointed Senior Vice President at Palantir Technologies, a company founded by Peter Thiel.Some support1 report
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Palantir co-founder Peter Thiel executed multi-tranche sales, and CEO Alex Karp disposed of large share blocks.Some support2 reports
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Tech leaders and authors discuss the elite preparing for planetary collapse and escaping Earth's limits.Some support1 report
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Elites, including Elon Musk and Peter Thiel, are accused of protecting their wealth from the common good.Some support1 report
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Peter Thiel, co-founder of PayPal, is mentioned in connection with early investments and ideas informing experimental governance in Honduras.Some support1 report
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Peter Thiel co-founded Palantir and PayPal, while MoneyHero operates across Singapore, Hong Kong, and the Philippines.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Jill Lepore studies how Silicon Valley influenced the views of Elon Musk, Sam Altman, and Peter Thiel.Some support1 report
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AI data center power requirements are a bottleneck as Thiel Macro invested in Amazon stock, leveraging his background with Palantir.Some support4 reports
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Peter Thiel's fund has begun investing in companies like American Electric Power (AEP), which operates in the major market of Texas.Some support1 report
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Curtis Yarvin was interviewed by Tucker Carlson on Fox News, discussing political influence and connections to figures like Peter Thiel.Some support2 reports
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Legislation is being introduced to curb the mass adoption of AI surveillance, backed by figures like Peter Thiel and Marc Andreessen.Some support1 report
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Peter Thiel, who co-founded Palantir, maintains a long-term belief in the company's business model, which is currently linked to partnerships with Nvidia.Some support1 report
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Peter Thiel is involved in a situation governed by insider trading disclosure rules set by the SEC.Some support2 reports
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ProPublica investigated Peter Thiel's use of Roth IRAs and his early investments utilizing PayPal's structure.Some support2 reports
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Peter Thiel and Vista Group acquired a 1% stake in an oil company and met with Javier Milei to discuss economic policies.Well supported12 reports
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Flock Safety received a contract from New Hanover County, while protests criticized the company's data harvesting ties to Peter Thiel. Separately, David Perry challenged David Rouzer in the primary.Some support1 report
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Peter Thiel holds a huge stake, controlling 48.8% of the shares in SpaceX.Some support1 report
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Byron Donalds' campaign is receiving funding from AI and VC firms, while Florida has challenged Alabama's status.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A new book analyzes the ideas of Peter Thiel, Marc Andreessen, and James Dale Davidson regarding Greenland's geopolitical future.Some support1 report
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Tech giants are facing increased scrutiny from established venture capitalists.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Gil Duran critiqued the influence of Peter Thiel's group, examining the role of the tech elite in recall efforts.Some support2 reports
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Peter Thiel sold a large portion of his Nvidia shares on August 10, 2026, shifting the capital into Microsoft and Tesla.Some support2 reports
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The event provides biographical context on key figures like Sam Altman, Peter Thiel, and Paul Graham, linking them to early investments and AI development.Some support2 reports
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Peter Thiel is recognized for his tech expertise and draws upon insights from 19th-century economist Henry George.Some support1 report
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Peter Thiel was noted as an early Facebook investor, lectured in Rome, and co-authored essays in First Things, while also bankrolling Donald Trump.Some support3 reports
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The Mayor of London, Sadiq, is involved as the police technology deal utilizing AI intelligence from Palantir and the Ministry of Defence was blocked by the Mayor's office.Some support2 reports
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Lux Capital led a $30 million funding round for Anduril Industries, which is backed by Peter Thiel.Some support1 report
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Peter Thiel and Auren Hoffman co-founded the organization Dialog, which is holding its 2026 retreat near Dublin.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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An advisory council warned against limitations on AI, calling for mandatory testing and government approvals while criticizing government regulation.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Peter Thiel is relocating to Argentina, specifically Buenos Aires, utilizing the country as a base for his move.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Peter Thiel moved his family to Argentina, purchasing a mansion in Buenos Aires, while warning that Anthropic's technology could influence the 2028 election.Some support2 reports
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JD Vance and Alex Karp, along with others, were influential co-founders of Palantir, and Vance maintained close ties to the company.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Alex Karp and Peter Thiel co-founded Palantir with other partners on July 1, 2026.Well supported4 reports
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Multiple prominent figures and firms, including Peter Thiel and Andrej Karpathy, invested in Etched, a competitor of Nvidia.Some support1 report
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Prominent investors Stanley Druckenmiller and Peter Thiel sold their entire holdings in Nvidia in early June 2026.Some support1 report
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Peter Thiel, co-founder of PayPal and Palantir, held conference calls regarding political figures.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Peter Thiel organized high-level geopolitical discussions at a private retreat, details of which were leaked by Maia Arson Crimew.Some support2 reports
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Elon Musk and Peter Thiel shared a successful Initial Public Offering (IPO) of SpaceX.Well supported3 reports
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Peter Thiel provided backing for JD Vance's political career.Well supported8 reports
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Investigates influence of tech companies like Palantir and procurement issues affecting public services under Keir Starmer's watch.Some support1 report
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Prominent figures, including Donald Trump and Peter Thiel, challenged the necessity of college education.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Peter Thiel
Events traced to Peter Thiel, step by step, newest first- How could the estimate of Chris Larsen's net worth affect Peter Thiel's political interests?Larsen's confirmed wealth strengthens opposition to specific tax policiesLikely
- Peter Thiel fights wealth tax, threatens to leave CaliforniaPeter Thiel is spending millions to fight California's proposed wealth taxLikely
Around Peter Thiel this week
News at the entities that move Peter Thiel most-
PayPal StructuralLam Research, PayPal, EPAM Systems, and General Motors are aggressively buying back stock.Moves Peter Thiel
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Alex Karp StructuralAlex Karp criticized Bernie Sanders' AI policy proposal while speaking to CNBC and Seema Mody.Moves Peter Thiel
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DSA OperationalAbdul El-Sayed is lumped in with DSA, and Third Way campaigns against democratic socialist candidates.Moves Peter Thiel
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Palantir Technologies StructuralBarclays raised its stock target for Palantir Technologies on November 6, 2026.Moves Peter Thiel
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Amazon TransactionalDemocrats gained control of both chambers of Congress while major tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta continue to deploy AI infrastructure in the US.Moves Peter Thiel
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Founders Fund StructuralFairfax County is facilitating access to Founders Fund grants and promoting SBA disaster loans.Moves Peter Thiel
Connections
The 40 strongest of 137, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Dialog Structural
Peter Thiel co-founded the company Dialog.
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PayPal Structural
Peter Thiel is a co-founder of PayPal, establishing a foundational structural link.
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Palantir Technologies Structural
Peter Thiel is a co-founder and major shareholder of Palantir Technologies, maintaining significant influence over its direction.
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JD Vance Structural
Thiel has provided sustained financial backing, employment, and political influence that has fundamentally shaped JD Vance's career and trajectory.
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Amazon Transactional
Peter Thiel's associated funds hold significant financial stakes in Amazon stock, tracking its performance.
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Alex Karp Structural
Alex Karp and Peter Thiel are co-founders of Palantir Technologies.
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Founders Fund Structural
Peter Thiel is a co-founder, operator, and owner of the venture capital firm Founders Fund.
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Anthropic Operational
Peter Thiel is an investor in Anthropic and actively influences its strategic and political direction.
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Bullish Transactional
Peter Thiel has provided financial backing and investment support to the crypto exchange Bullish.
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Bitcoin Operational
Peter Thiel and his associated firms actively invest in, acquire stakes in, and publicly support Bitcoin and digital currencies.
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Ethereum Structural
Peter Thiel uses his investment influence to drive capital and support companies within the Ethereum ecosystem.
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Silicon Valley Operational
Peter Thiel actively influences the culture, investment, and policy discussions within the Silicon Valley ecosystem.
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Donald Trump Operational
Peter Thiel provides financial backing and advisory support to Donald Trump, while also engaging in public criticism of his policies.
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SEC Structural
Peter Thiel's financial activities are formally governed by the rules and filings required by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Meta Transactional
Peter Thiel was identified as an early outside investor in Facebook (Meta).
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Gawker Structural
Peter Thiel bankrolled a lawsuit that resulted in Gawker going out of business.
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Elon Musk Operational
The two figures are ideological peers who actively influence each other's narratives, compete in the tech sphere, and share a conservative political sphere.
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Nvidia Transactional
Peter Thiel has been divesting his financial stake in Nvidia through sales of shares via his investment fund.
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PENTAGON Structural
Peter Thiel provides financial backing and exerts oversight over military branches associated with the Pentagon.
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Leo XIV Operational
The relationship is characterized by ongoing critical discourse and direct conflict, where Peter Thiel challenges the Pope's views and accuses him of serving foreign interests regarding AI.
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Marc Andreessen Operational
Both individuals are recognized as influential figures whose ideas and work are seen as co-shaping future technological development and shared political landscapes.
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Javier Milei Operational
Milei and Thiel engage in direct discussions and share ideological alignment on radical free-market economic policies.
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Gawker Media Operational
Gawker Media sued Peter Thiel's interests, which resulted in Gawker Media's bankruptcy.
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Flock Safety Structural
Flock Safety receives financial backing from Peter Thiel.
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DSA Operational
DSA actively challenges the existence and success of billionaires like Peter Thiel.
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Cathie Wood Transactional
Both Cathie Wood and Peter Thiel acquired stakes in BitMine Immersion Technologies in August 2025.
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Argentina Operational
Peter Thiel's investments and property purchases in Argentina are cited as signaling confidence in the country's economic model.
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Michael Kratsios Structural
Michael Kratsios held a formal employment role, including chief of staff, within Peter Thiel's investment fund.
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SpaceX Transactional
Peter Thiel made a significant investment in SpaceX in 2008 and currently holds a huge stake.
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Microsoft Transactional
Peter Thiel has shifted capital into Microsoft through investment.
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James Dale Davidson Mentioned together
Peter Thiel's outlook was shaped by James Dale Davidson's 1997 book on social and economic collapse.
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Chris Larsen Operational
Both Chris Larsen and Peter Thiel are currently financing opposition to a specific tax policy.
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Barack Obama Operational
Peter Thiel actively criticizes Barack Obama's strategies and methods for gaining popularity.
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Tim Ryan Operational
The relationship is defined by a competitive dynamic where Thiel's funding success is contrasted against Ryan's fundraising success.
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California Operational
Peter Thiel resides in California and actively influences its political policy environment through campaign funding.
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American Electric Power Transactional
Peter Thiel's fund holds investments in American Electric Power.
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Jim Himes Mentioned together
Jim Himes and Peter Thiel are connected through a shared private organization.
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Curtis Yarvin Transactional
The relationship is characterized by Peter Thiel providing financial support to Curtis Yarvin's political sphere.
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Rumble Transactional
Peter Thiel was one of the earliest investors in Rumble.
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Joe Rogan Operational
Joe Rogan actively promotes Peter Thiel in his public commentary.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
2 eventsOctober 2026
8 events- Peter Thiel was identified as a PayPal cofounder and expressed his belief that eccentric CEOs benefit society.
- Peter Thiel commented on the ICC's potential oversight of the administration and expressed skepticism regarding US involvement in the Middle East.
- Clergy support for reversing Medicare opt-out decisions, alongside Peter Thiel's role in co-founding PayPal.
- Peter Thiel and Sergey Brin co-founded a Political Action Committee (PAC).
- Peter Thiel bankrolled the creation of a prototype for Palantir Technologies.
- Billionaires, including Elon Musk, Larry Ellison, and Peter Thiel, are reportedly fleeing California due to a hostile business climate.
- Billionaires, including Yuri Milner and Peter Thiel, are investing in longevity science startups like Retro Biosciences.
- Thiel's associates and Zumiez face scrutiny over political advocacy and financial ties, utilizing government data.
September 2026
12 events- Peter Thiel made remarks during an interview with Mathias Döpfner's podcast.
- Altman, Thiel, and Andreessen are Silicon Valley backers of a project focused on experimental economic zones.
- A group of influential tech figures, including Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Peter Thiel, and Marc Andreessen, are competing to conquer Mars and influence future technology.
- Health officials warned about risks to the NHS stemming from foreign technology, involving Palantir and Peter Thiel.
- Tom Watson was appointed Senior Vice President at Palantir Technologies, a company founded by Peter Thiel.
- Palantir co-founder Peter Thiel executed multi-tranche sales, and CEO Alex Karp disposed of large share blocks.
- Tech leaders and authors discuss the elite preparing for planetary collapse and escaping Earth's limits.
- Elites, including Elon Musk and Peter Thiel, are accused of protecting their wealth from the common good.
- Peter Thiel, co-founder of PayPal, is mentioned in connection with early investments and ideas informing experimental governance in Honduras.
- Jill Lepore studies how Silicon Valley influenced the views of Elon Musk, Sam Altman, and Peter Thiel.
- AI data center power requirements are a bottleneck as Thiel Macro invested in Amazon stock, leveraging his background with Palantir.
- Peter Thiel's fund has begun investing in companies like American Electric Power (AEP), which operates in the major market of Texas.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
13 events- Peter Thiel founded Objection AI for private investigations. Concurrently, Gawker sued Thiel's interests, which resulted in bankruptcy.
- Curtis Yarvin was interviewed by Tucker Carlson on Fox News, discussing political influence and connections to figures like Peter Thiel.
- Legislation is being introduced to curb the mass adoption of AI surveillance, backed by figures like Peter Thiel and Marc Andreessen.
- Peter Thiel, who co-founded Palantir, maintains a long-term belief in the company's business model, which is currently linked to partnerships with Nvidia.
- Peter Thiel is involved in a situation governed by insider trading disclosure rules set by the SEC.
- ProPublica investigated Peter Thiel's use of Roth IRAs and his early investments utilizing PayPal's structure.
- Peter Thiel and Vista Group acquired a 1% stake in an oil company and met with Javier Milei to discuss economic policies.
- Flock Safety received a contract from New Hanover County, while protests criticized the company's data harvesting ties to Peter Thiel. Separately, David Perry challenged David Rouzer in the primary.
- Peter Thiel holds a huge stake, controlling 48.8% of the shares in SpaceX.
- A new book analyzes the ideas of Peter Thiel, Marc Andreessen, and James Dale Davidson regarding Greenland's geopolitical future.
- Gil Duran critiqued the influence of Peter Thiel's group, examining the role of the tech elite in recall efforts.
- Peter Thiel sold a large portion of his Nvidia shares on August 10, 2026, shifting the capital into Microsoft and Tesla.
- The event provides biographical context on key figures like Sam Altman, Peter Thiel, and Paul Graham, linking them to early investments and AI development.
July 2026
10 events- Byron Donalds' campaign is receiving funding from AI and VC firms, while Florida has challenged Alabama's status.
- Tech giants are facing increased scrutiny from established venture capitalists.
- Peter Thiel is recognized for his tech expertise and draws upon insights from 19th-century economist Henry George.
- Peter Thiel was noted as an early Facebook investor, lectured in Rome, and co-authored essays in First Things, while also bankrolling Donald Trump.
- The Mayor of London, Sadiq, is involved as the police technology deal utilizing AI intelligence from Palantir and the Ministry of Defence was blocked by the Mayor's office.
- Lux Capital led a $30 million funding round for Anduril Industries, which is backed by Peter Thiel.
- Peter Thiel moved his family to Argentina, purchasing a mansion in Buenos Aires, while warning that Anthropic's technology could influence the 2028 election.
- JD Vance and Alex Karp, along with others, were influential co-founders of Palantir, and Vance maintained close ties to the company.
- Alex Karp and Peter Thiel co-founded Palantir with other partners on July 1, 2026.
- Multiple prominent figures and firms, including Peter Thiel and Andrej Karpathy, invested in Etched, a competitor of Nvidia.
June 2026
15 events- Thiel's business history, including the founding of Founders Fund and PayPal's sale to eBay, is detailed alongside Palantir's use in military and government operations.
- Musk, CEO of SpaceX, revealed that AI warnings led him to view Mars as a political issue, a shift noted by Peter Thiel, a co-founder of PayPal.
- Following the GENIUS Act, key figures like Peter Thiel and companies such as Coinbase and Circle are positioning themselves to benefit from stablecoin regulatory clarity.
- Palantir Technologies is aggressively expanding into government and defense work, driven by co-founder Peter Thiel.
- Peter Thiel co-founded Palantir and PayPal, while MoneyHero operates across Singapore, Hong Kong, and the Philippines.
- Peter Thiel and Auren Hoffman co-founded the organization Dialog, which is holding its 2026 retreat near Dublin.
- An advisory council warned against limitations on AI, calling for mandatory testing and government approvals while criticizing government regulation.
- Peter Thiel is relocating to Argentina, specifically Buenos Aires, utilizing the country as a base for his move.
- Prominent investors Stanley Druckenmiller and Peter Thiel sold their entire holdings in Nvidia in early June 2026.
- Peter Thiel, co-founder of PayPal and Palantir, held conference calls regarding political figures.
- Peter Thiel organized high-level geopolitical discussions at a private retreat, details of which were leaked by Maia Arson Crimew.
- Elon Musk and Peter Thiel shared a successful Initial Public Offering (IPO) of SpaceX.
- Peter Thiel provided backing for JD Vance's political career.
- Investigates influence of tech companies like Palantir and procurement issues affecting public services under Keir Starmer's watch.
- Prominent figures, including Donald Trump and Peter Thiel, challenged the necessity of college education.