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Peter Thiel, the billionaire tech investor and co-founder of PayPal, has recently captivated attention with a series of private lectures focusing on the concept of the Antichrist and Armageddon. At these events, held on the San Francisco waterfront, Thiel discussed his belief that forces like international agencies, environmentalism, and technological regulations could accelerate the rise of the Antichrist. Describing himself as a ‘small-o Orthodox Christian’, Thiel’s talks mixed biblical references, history, and conspiracy theories, and included musings on cultural topics such as video games and literature. His lectures have raised questions about his influence in tech and politics, especially given his connections with former President Donald Trump and influential roles in companies like Palantir and Founders Fund.