The most pressing blockades in tech discussed today revolve around at-risk supply chain systems, acquiring GPUs for model advancement, lean manufacturing systems and more. However, Alex Karp, CEO & co-founder of Palantir makes the argument that the biggest hindrance is a culture problem. Jacob Helberg and Alex Karp sit down to discuss why Palantir is rooted in a foundation of being unpopular in being unapologetically a DoD supporter, and defender of Israel. Karp emphasizes that these are the necessary foundations for the best products. Karp expands on his contrarian takes regarding why the U.S. tech scene is the best in the world - that our Western views of living are superior and the scene is an expression and action of our values. This session was recorded live at The Hill & Valley Forum in 2024, a private bipartisan community of lawmakers and innovators committed to harnessing the power of technology to address America's most pressing national security challenges. The Hill & Valley podcast is part of the Turpentine podcast network. Learn more: www.turpentine.co LINKS: Watch this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqXQFfCIOiA The Hill & Valley Forum https://www.thehillandvalleyforum.com/ FOLLOW ON X: @PalantirTech @jacobhelberg TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Navigating unpopularity in tech (01:18) Palantir's stance on global conflicts and AI (02:02) Taking a stand in international affairs (02:34) The evolution of Silicon Valley and defense technology (14:37) The role of AI in modern warfare and beyond (19:49) Tech culture: innovation and heterodoxy (23:51) Addressing cultural and ethical challenges in society