Putin Wants Me Dead, Says AI Chief – Sri Lanka Guardian

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Palantir Technologies CEO Alex Karp claims he is on a Kremlin hitlist due to his company’s support for Ukraine’s military operations.
Karp believes Russia has targeted him due to Palantir’s provision of AI-driven systems aiding Ukrainian intelligence and coordination.
Palantir’s technology in Ukraine is used to analyze intelligence in real time, thereby assisting in target identification and operational efficiency.
Karp’s statements highlight escalating scrutiny on how Western technology firms impact the battlefield, particularly in Ukraine’s defense against Russia.
Despite Karp’s emphasis on Palantir being foundational for modern conflict management, his claims have led to debates over dual-use technologies and their geopolitical consequences.
Palantir has become integral to US and allied defense, including the Pentagon and Israeli military operations, raising ethical concerns about AI in warfare and surveillance.
Karp emphasizes Palantir’s mission to reduce civilian harm through precision targeting, rejecting suggestions of involvement in controversial strikes abroad.
Palantir has expanded services to public sectors in the UK, raising concerns about data access and surveillance-style practices among civil society and NHS staff.

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