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Palantir in bed with the NHS

Is Palantir using war to train AI systems for the NHS? A shocking revelation has come to light regarding the NHS and defence firm Palantir.  The idea that Palantir is “using war to train AI systems for the NHS” has come from a mix of real facts and legitimate ethical concerns.  Here’s a clear breakdown. 1) What Palantir actually does (in both war and healthcare) Palantir is a US tech company that builds data analysis and AI platforms used in very different contexts: • Military / war use Works with the Pentagon and allies on systems like Project Maven These tools: • Analyse satellite/drone data • Help identify targets • Speed up military decision-making  Some demos  even show AI helping plan attacks or interpret battlefield data. 👉 So yes — Palantir does build AI used in warfare In the UK, Palantir also runs the Federated Data Platform (FDP) This system: • Connects hospital data (waiting lists, beds, staff, etc.) • Helps with scheduling, logistics, and planning care...