Palantir CEO Alex Karp says DOGE is a 'revolution' and 'some people are going to get their heads cut off'
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Palantir CEO Alex Karp expressed optimism about the disruptions caused by Elon Musk's proposed Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE), predicting positive outcomes for both the US and Palantir. During the company's quarterly earnings call, Karp highlighted that disruption reveals inefficiencies in government operations. He acknowledged that while the process may have consequences, it ultimately benefits Americans and Palantir, which boasts significant government contracts. The earnings report showed a notable year-over-year revenue increase, showcasing Palantir's growing role in national defense and intelligence.
"We love disruption, and whatever is good for America will be good for Americans and very good for Palantir," Karp said during the earnings call.
"Disruption, at the end of the day, exposes things that aren't working," Karp remarked, discussing the possible effects of DOGE.
CTO Shyam Sankar stated, "Palantir's real competition was 'lack of accountability in government,' emphasizing the challenges in their field.
The article notes that "Palantir's US government revenue for fiscal year 2024 grew 30% year-over-year to $1.2 billion," indicating strong demand.
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