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Defense Contractor Faces Scrutiny Over AI-Driven Targeting
Palantir, a major American defense contractor, is facing uncertainty after the US midterm elections. The company is the prime contractor for the US Maven Smart System (MSS), which has been involved in controversies, including the mistaken bombing of a school in Iran. Palantir’s role in US and international operations, including its work with NATO, may be affected by the election results. The company’s relationships with foreign governments, such as Japan, could also be impacted. According to Defense Security Monitor, a Forecast International blog, Palantir’s future is uncertain due to the potential for increased scrutiny and changing political priorities.