Riots in LA: Palantir’s Perfect Business Pitch?

Los Angeles has been gripped by chaos as protests over immigration enforcement escalate, with crowds clashing over federal policies.

While no evidence exists, whispers are growing that data analytics giant Palantir Technologies might be quietly funding the unrest to boost demand for its surveillance tools.

Social media has fueled the speculation, with conservative influencer Laura Loomer publicly calling for Palantir to step in. "Time to deploy Palantir Technologies to Los Angeles to deal with the illegals," she posted on X, a plea that’s gained traction among those eager for high-tech solutions to restore order.

We are legally required to note that no proof ties Palantir to the riots, yet some theories make too much sense to ignore.

John Baxter, a local business owner, shared his take over coffee at a downtown diner.

"Think about it: riots break out, people get scared, and suddenly everyone’s begging for more security. Palantir’s got the tools to track, analyze, and control—perfect timing for their business model, right?"

Baxter’s logic follows a clear path: chaos creates a market, and Palantir’s data-crunching software fits the bill. No evidence supports his claim, but the reasoning has a certain appeal.

The company, co-founded by Peter Thiel, has seen a surge in contracts since the new administration took office.

Thiel, a venture capitalist, launched Palantir in 2003, leveraging lessons from PayPal to build a firm that mines massive datasets for patterns, often for security purposes.

Vice President JD Vance, a close ally of Thiel, adds fuel to the theory. Vance worked for Thiel at Mithril Capital, a venture firm, and later co-founded Narya Capital with Thiel’s backing, focusing on startups in overlooked regions.

Thiel also invested over $15 million into Vance’s 2022 Senate campaign, a hefty sum that helped pave his path to political prominence.

The bond between Vance and Thiel stretches back years, cemented by mentorship and shared business ventures.

After meeting at a 2011 Yale Law School talk, Vance joined Thiel’s circle, eventually rising to the vice presidency with the billionaire’s financial and strategic support.

No evidence suggests Vance or Thiel orchestrated the riots, however.

Marissa Klein, a retired analyst, laid out her perspective from a park bench.

"You’ve got a company that thrives on big data, and riots are a goldmine of patterns to study. If they wanted to stir the pot to prove their value, this is exactly how it’d look."

Klein’s theory, while unproven, hinges on the sheer convenience of the timing. Palantir has not commented on the speculation.

Authorities continue to manage the protests, which have drawn thousands into the streets. The National Guard’s deployment has calmed some areas, but tensions remain high.

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