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▶ 15:07 · $CLEAR · Clear cited as proof of concept for biometric convenience trade-off
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Michael Sikand

Is Sam Altman's Security Startup The Next Palantir?

2025-10-20 · 5 company · 3 thematic
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speakers
dan ives

Technology equity analyst at Wedbush Securities, known for research on enterprise software, cloud computing, cybersecurity and major consumer technology companies.

michael sikand

Founder of Our Future, a business-media brand focused on the next generation of founders and operators. He also hosts interviews with entrepreneurs and executives.

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“I don't think people have that big of a deal exchanging biometrics for convenience, right? We've seen Clear proliferate across all the US airports. I use Clear. I see, you know, I use Clear. Yep. Cuz you want to skip the line.”
—dan ives
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