1967–present · venture capital, contrarian thinking, startups, monopoly theory
Peter Thiel is a German-American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and political activist. He co-founded PayPal, Palantir Technologies, and Founders Fund, becoming one of the most influential figures in Silicon Valley. Known for his contrarian thinking and advocacy for technological innovation, he authored 'Zero to One' and promotes theories about monopolies, stagnation, and the future of technology.