Following the release of a controversial manifesto by Palantir, a US technology company known for its data analytics software, there are growing calls in Australia to ban new contracts with the firm. The manifesto, which suggested that some cultures are inferior, has drawn criticism from various sectors, including Australian Greens senator David Shoebridge, who described it as the 'ramblings of a supervillain.' He has proposed a blanket ban on new contracts until a comprehensive public audit of existing agreements is conducted, expressing concerns about the sensitive data being handled by Palantir. Currently, Palantir has secured nearly $80 million in contracts with Australian government agencies, with federal investment exceeding $160 million. The company, co-founded by billionaire Peter Thiel, defends its operations, claiming to be merely a software provider that does not collect or monetize data. Despite this, its ties with controversial entities like the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have raised alarms. The Australian government has been criticized for rushing into contracts with Palantir without sufficient public scrutiny, with calls for greater transparency and accountability regarding the data being shared.