Palantir Technologies
US data analytics and surveillance firm that signed a multi-hundred-million-dollar strategic partnership with the Israeli Ministry of Defence in January 2024 to support 'war-related missions'. Provides AI and intelligence software to military and government clients.
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Technology deployed in operations the ICJ found face a 'plausible' genocide case with 'real and imminent risk' of irreparable harm (January 2024). Software reportedly used in September 2024 Lebanon pager attacks that killed 42 people and wounded thousands (Middle East Eye, December 2025).
Norway's Storebrand divested $24 million in October 2024 citing 'risk of violating international humanitarian law'. Sweden's AP7 pension fund reviewing investment. Washington State Investment Board has $73.4 million exposure facing divestment campaign.
CEO Alex Karp's vocal Israel support has caused employee departures. Mass protests at offices in Seattle, Denver, New York, DC and Palo Alto in July 2025. British Medical Association voted to oppose NHS Palantir contracts in June 2025.
NHS Federated Data Platform rejected by majority of hospital trusts. Less than one-third adoption after 18 months. Contract transparency challenged in UK courts. Increasing difficulty recruiting talent due to ethical concerns.
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Palantir Technologies represents a high-priority G2B target due to its strategic partnership with the Israeli Ministry of Defence and documented role in military operations the International Criminal Court has charged as crimes against humanity. The company's GBP 330 million NHS contract creates a significant UK pressure point, while its reliance on government contracts across NATO countries exposes it to coordinated public procurement campaigns.
Key Leverage Points
- NHS Contract Vulnerability: British Medical Association has voted to oppose Palantir contracts; majority of hospital trusts have rejected the Federated Data Platform; ongoing legal challenges to contract transparency
- Institutional Divestment: Storebrand's $24 million divestment sets precedent; Washington State Investment Board's $73.4 million position faces active campaign; Sweden's AP7 pension fund reviewing investment
- Public Procurement Scrutiny: Government contracts create democratic accountability; elected officials can be pressured to review defence and health contracts
- Reputational Damage: CEO's vocal Israel support has caused employee departures; mass protests across US offices; growing civil society opposition undermines 'ethical AI' positioning
Evidence Summary
The evidence against Palantir is substantial and growing. Bloomberg reported the January 2024 strategic partnership with Israel's Ministry of Defence for 'war-related missions'. A biography of CEO Alex Karp revealed Palantir technology was used in the September 2024 Lebanon pager attacks that killed 42 people - described by the UN as 'war crimes'. The UN Special Rapporteur stated there are 'reasonable grounds to believe' Palantir provides AI systems enabling automatic or semi-automatic targeting in Gaza and Lebanon. Storebrand explicitly cited concerns about 'violating international humanitarian law' in its divestment decision.
In the UK, the NHS contract faces mounting opposition. FOI requests published by Corporate Watch reveal that fewer than one-third of hospital trusts have adopted the platform, with many stating existing tools 'exceed the capability' of Palantir's offering. The British Medical Association voted at its June 2025 annual meeting to oppose continued rollout and lobby for contract termination.
Engagement Strategy
Focus on institutional divestment and public procurement accountability. Target pension fund managers and investment committees with evidence of international humanitarian law violations. In the UK, engage MPs to demand parliamentary scrutiny of NHS contracts and coordinate with medical professionals opposing the Federated Data Platform. Support ongoing legal challenges to contract transparency. Frame messaging around taxpayer accountability and compliance with international law. Build coalitions with peace organisations, healthcare workers, and tech ethics advocates to maintain sustained pressure across multiple fronts.
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Book by Alex Karp biographer reveals Palantir software was used by Israel in September 2024 pager attacks that killed 42 people and wounded thousands in Lebanon
Open sourceNationwide protests at Palantir offices in Seattle, Denver, New York, DC and Palo Alto demand company drop IDF and ICE contracts. Over 100 activists blocked Seattle office.
Open sourceBritish Medical Association votes at annual meeting to lobby against Palantir software in NHS and for termination of existing contracts
Open sourceFOI requests reveal majority of NHS hospital trusts rejected Palantir's Federated Data Platform, citing existing tools that 'exceed the capability' of FDP
Open sourceInternational Criminal Court charges crimes against humanity including extermination and starvation as a method of warfare - operations supported by Palantir technology
Open sourceNorway's largest asset manager exits Palantir citing concerns company's work for Israel 'might put the asset manager at risk of violating international humanitarian law and human rights'
Open sourceBloomberg reports Palantir agreed to multi-hundred-million-dollar strategic partnership with Israeli Ministry of Defence to supply technology for 'war-related missions'
Open sourceAmerican Friends Service Committee documents Palantir's contracts with Israeli military and role in surveillance of Palestinians
Open sourceUpdates & Milestones
- Nationwide US Protests
Jewish Voice for Peace leads protests at Palantir offices in Seattle, Denver, New York, DC and Palo Alto demanding company drop IDF and ICE contracts
- BMA Opposes NHS Palantir Contracts
British Medical Association votes to oppose continued rollout of Palantir's NHS software and lobby for termination of existing contracts
- Storebrand Divests $24 Million
Norway's largest asset manager Storebrand exits Palantir position over concerns about 'risk of violating international humanitarian law'
- Lebanon Pager Attacks
Thousands of pagers belonging to Hezbollah members detonated across Lebanon, killing 42 and wounding thousands. Palantir technology later revealed to have been used in operation.
- CEO Acknowledges Employee Departures
Alex Karp tells media he's 'lost employees' over pro-Israel stance but maintains: 'If you have a position that does not cost you to ever lose an employee, it's not a position.'
- Strategic Partnership with Israeli MoD
Palantir announces multi-hundred-million-dollar strategic partnership with Israeli Ministry of Defence. Board holds first meeting of year in Tel Aviv.
- London Protest: 'Palantir Aids Apartheid'
Pro-Palestinian protesters demonstrate outside Palantir's London office, accusing company of being 'complicit' in war crimes
- NHS Awards GBP 330M Contract
NHS England awards controversial Federated Data Platform contract to Palantir despite opposition from privacy campaigners and medical professionals
- Palantir Declares Support for Israel
Following October 7 attacks, Palantir posts on social media: 'Certain evils can only be fought with force. Palantir stands with Israel.'