As one enters the rabbit hole of President Trump’s ties within military-tech industries, it becomes apparent that key players are linked by familiarity with JJR Tolkien’s “Lord of the Rings” novels, as well as financial and political interests.
In fact, the tech billionaires often name their businesses after magical characters, items and places found in Tolkien’s fantasy trilogy about a Hobbit. Among the examples:
– Anduril Industries: Anduril is a sword with the power to instill fear in enemies. The namesake company builds advanced autonomous systems and defense technology.
– Palantir Technologies: Palantir is a stone that allows one to see the future and communicate telepathically.
– Narya Capital: Narya is a powerful elfin ring that inspires hope and resists weariness. The venture capital business invests in technology and science industries.
– Mithril Capital Management: Mithril is a fictional metal, stronger than steel but lighter than a feather. The company is a venture capital firm that invests in technologies.
– Erebor Bank: Erebor is a mountain and subterranean city. The business is a bank dealing in crypto currency that was approved by the Trump administration this year.
