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Klarna Inc. is an e-commerce payment solutions provider that serves both merchants and consumers, specializing in flexible payment options. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, with additional offices in New York City, Klarna offers a range of services including direct payments, pay-after-delivery options, and installment plans. The company is recognized for its "buy now, pay later" model, allowing shoppers to finance their retail purchases with interest-free payments. Klarna also enhances the shopping experience through its app, which offers features such as cashback rewards and on-site messaging for retailers. As a regulated bank, Klarna operates under a framework that supports a variety of payment processing and dispute resolution services, aiming to make transactions simple, safe, and smooth for users.

The Boring Company is an infrastructure and tunnel construction firm focused on developing underground transportation networks. Its primary objective is to address traffic congestion by creating safe, efficient, and cost-effective tunnels for transportation, utility, and freight purposes. By providing tunneling services, the company aims to offer users affordable and rapid transit options, thereby alleviating urban traffic issues.

Addepar, Inc. is a technology company that provides an investment management platform tailored for wealth and asset management firms. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, Addepar specializes in data aggregation, reconciliation, investment analysis, and reporting services. The platform supports over 800 firms globally, managing assets exceeding $4 trillion, and serves a diverse clientele, including family offices, financial institutions, and foundations. Addepar’s offerings include onboarding and ongoing support, as well as an open API that allows clients to integrate and develop applications on its platform. Additionally, the company provides access to a marketplace for investment products, particularly in alternative and private markets. With a flexible workforce and several offices in key locations, including New York City and Chicago, Addepar aims to enhance data-driven investment decisions and client outcomes through its comprehensive software solutions.

SpaceX, officially known as Space Exploration Technologies, is a space transportation company founded in 2002 by Elon Musk and headquartered in Hawthorne, California. The company specializes in the design, manufacture, and launch of advanced rockets and spacecraft, including notable vehicles such as Falcon Heavy, Dragon, and Starship. SpaceX develops a range of technologies including crew and cargo capsules, rocket engines, and avionics, alongside guidance and control software. A key focus of SpaceX is the creation of partially reusable launch vehicles, such as Falcon 1 and Falcon 9, which aim to reduce the costs associated with space travel. By enabling the transport of cargo, humans, and payloads into space, SpaceX seeks to advance the capabilities and affordability of space exploration and travel.

Impossible Foods Inc. develops and produces plant-based substitutes for meat, dairy, and fish products, utilizing ingredients such as greens, seeds, and grains. Founded in 2011 by Patrick Brown and Monte Casino, the company is headquartered in Redwood City, California. Impossible Foods focuses on recreating the texture and taste of conventional meat and dairy by selecting specific proteins and nutrients, offering a healthier alternative to traditional animal products. Its offerings include items like plant-based burgers and cheeses, which are sold through restaurants and online in the United States.

Palantir Technologies, established in 2003, specializes in developing data integration and analysis platforms. The company offers two primary products: Palantir Gotham, designed for enterprises to manage, secure, and analyze data, and Palantir Metropolis, focused on quantitative data analysis. Palantir serves a wide range of sectors, including government, defense, finance, healthcare, and others, helping them make sense of large, complex data sets. The company is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.