How Silicon Valley Fell Back in Love With Bombs

Silicon Valley companies have increased contracts with U.S. Department of Defense and military contractors. Major technology firms including Palantir Technologies, Anduril Industries, and others have secured defense contracts valued in the billions of dollars for artificial intelligence, drone systems, and surveillance technology. This represents a shift from the 2010s when some tech workers opposed military partnerships through internal protests and petition campaigns. Current defense spending by technology companies reflects market demand from government agencies rather than a change in corporate philosophy.

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