Palantir and the Role of Big Data in Government Surveillance
Palantir Technologies, a leading data analytics company, has become synonymous with using big data for government surveillance. Since its founding in 2003, the company has been at the forefront of providing powerful data integration and analytics tools for government agencies, particularly in national security, law enforcement, and intelligence. This case study explores Palantir’s role in government surveillance, the technology behind its success, the ethical concerns surrounding its applications, and its impact on privacy and civil liberties. The Emergence of Palantir...