We’re in a moment of tech right ascendance. The price of Bitcoin is closing in on $100,000. Elon Musk is preparing to reshape the government. And the online left has been banished to BlueSky. This holiday season, America deserves a gift guide that matches the zeitgeist on X. Made for those who are strapped-in and compulsively online. For those who refuse to touch grass.
We humbly offer FAI’s 2024 gift guide for the tech right.
Stripe Press Library — $20-35/ea
Stripe Press is an innovative publishing house founded in 2018 by the technology company Stripe, focused on publishing books about economic and technological advancement. Their carefully curated catalog offers unique, beautifully designed hardcover books that provide deep insights for entrepreneurs, technologists, and curious readers. Notable titles include Where Is My Flying Car? by J. Storrs Hall and The Dream Machine by M. Mitchell Waldrop, which showcase the press's commitment to highlighting influential ideas and perspectives that can inspire innovation.
Elon Musk Prayer Candle — $22
Show your enthusiasm for the rockets, electric cars, and shitposting with this Elon Musk prayer candle.
The Yellow Book — $23
The perfect gift for your friends going to work for the DOGE. Known as the “Yellow Book,” the standards and procedures presented in Government Auditing Standards 2024 Revision provide a framework for performing high-quality audit work in the federal government. Printed by GPO. Also pair with Auditing for Dummies ($15 on Audible).
The Futurist Cookbook — $25
The Futurist Cookbook, by Filippo Tommaso Marinetti, is half manifesto and half cookbook. It sought to start a culinary revolution for the industrial age, with such recipes as deep-fried red “diabolical roses” and cheese-stuffed “dates in moonlight.” Don’t look for pasta dishes, he hated the stuff.
The Plum Book — $30
Do you know someone who wants to work in the next administration, but isn’t sure where? The United States Government Policy And Supporting Positions (Plum Book) is a comprehensive document that catalogs 7,000 leadership and support positions across the federal government. These roles are characterized by their potential for noncompetitive appointments, meaning they can be filled through direct selection rather than traditional competitive hiring processes. Pre-order now from GPO.
Glow-in-the-Dark GMO Office Plant — $40
Get into the late night grind by decorating your office with genetically engineered bioluminescent petunias from Light Bio.
Lucy Breakers — $47
Need a nicotine boost, but concerned Zyns are woke? Check out these Founders Fund-backed nicotine pouches from Lucy. Remember, acceleration requires stimulation. Flavors include mango, mint, and espresso.
ZWIBook Flash Drive — $50
69,020 books. 128 GB flash drive. Bespoke reader software. There’s no better gift for the history buff/prepper in your life than the entire collected knowledge of Western civilization in one convenient package.
Dieter Rams: The Complete Works — $65
With Silicon Valley’s pivot from B2B SaaS to hard tech, industrial design is back. “For more than sixty years, Dieter Rams has been defining the look, feel, and function of some of the world's best-loved consumer items. Using his “ten principles for good design” as a philosophy and practice for improving the industry in a more holistic, responsible way, Rams has become one of the most influential product designers of the twentieth century.” Get your copy of Dieter Rams: The Complete Works from Phaidon Press. Sold by Herman Miller.
Geoengineering Subscription — $90/mo
Cool the planet and piss off environmental justice grifters at the same time with a Cooling Credits subscription. One credit offsets one ton of CO2 warming for a year.
Robert E. Howard: The Masterworks — $100
What is best in life, anon? “This box set features three volumes of hand-selected stories from the great Robert E. Howard, the originator of at least two genres of fantasy fiction, "Weird Western," and the genre that features his most famous creation, Conan the Barbarian, "Sword and Sorcery." From Passage Press. Pair with the 2-disc special edition of director John Milius’ “Conan the Barbarian” on Blu-Ray ($28 on Amazon).
Pirate Wires Subscription — $120/year
The first thing Marc Andreessen reads in the morning. Founded by Mike Solana, Pirate Wires is the preferred media company of the tech right. Its coverage focuses on the intersection of technology, politics, and culture. Coming soon to the White House press pool?
ModRetro Chromatic — $199
The ModRetro Chromatic, created by Anduril/Oculus VR founder Palmer Luckey, is a premium reimagining of the classic Game Boy Color that combines nostalgic design with cutting-edge technology. This handheld gaming device features a magnesium-aluminum alloy shell, a lab-created sapphire screen cover, and full compatibility with original Game Boy cartridges. Powered by FPGA technology and offering pixel-perfect graphics, the Chromatic delivers an authentic retro gaming experience for enthusiasts who appreciate both vintage aesthetics and modern engineering precision.
TWINSCAN EXE:5000 Lego Set — $228
The TWINSCAN EXE:5000 Lego Set was created by Rick Lenssen from ASML's Design & Engineering team, representing a detailed model of ASML’s cutting-edge High Numerical Aperture Extreme Ultraviolet lithography system. This collectible features 851 original Lego pieces and dimensions of 13.86" wide x 3.9" high x 2.52" deep. Great for other people’s kids. Perfect to pair with a SemiAnalysis subscription.
The Lord of the Rings (Folio Society) — $230
Get one of the definitive editions of The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien from the Folio Society. In addition to being the best fantasy epic of all time, it can help you stay ahead of the pack in spotting companies backed by legendary venture capitalist Peter Thiel. Pair with The Silmarillion ($95).
Lumina Probiotic Toothpaste — $250
Lumina Probiotic Toothpaste is a genetically modified bacterial solution designed to prevent dental cavities by strategically adjusting the oral microbiome. Developed by Lantern Bioworks, it consists of a lyophilized suspension of a genetically engineered Streptococcus mutans strain called BCS3-L1. Does it work? We have no idea. Per their site, “these claims have not been evaluated by the FDA.”
Medieval Sound Board — $299
McLuhan writes, “medieval and ancient sensibility now dominates our time as acoustic and multi sensory awareness now replaces the merely visual.“ Get into the experience with the EP–1320 sound board, which features hundreds of built-in “medieval sounds, magical melodies, sultry songs and bubonic beats.” Ships with four knobs, a sticker pack and a quick start guide.
Bryan Johnson’s Longevity Kit — $351
Don’t want to die? Fine with never eating normal food again? Check out Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint Stack longevity kit, with over 70 additives, capsules, and other substances to make you healthier. If it's too late to turn things around, also consider Alcor membership.
Daylight DC-1 Tablet — $729
The Daylight DC-1 is an innovative Android tablet featuring a unique monochrome LivePaper display designed to promote mindful computing. Created by Anjan Katta, the 10.5-inch device offers a 60-120Hz screen with an amber backlight, 8GB RAM, and a custom interface that deliberately minimizes digital distractions by disabling notifications by default. The tablet represents a deliberate attempt to reimagine personal technology with a focus on reducing screen addiction and creating a more intentional digital experience.
Nineteen Eighty-Four (Folio Society) — $750
Big Brother is watching (and “Big Sister” after Tulsi Gabbard’s Senate confirmation to DNI). From the Folio Society, pick up the 75th anniversary limited edition of George Orwell’s classic dystopian novel Nineteen Eighty-Four.
Model Starship and Super Heavy Rocket — $799
From the SpaceX store, get your own chromed 1:150 scale model of the Starship and the Super Heavy rocket. Sold separately. If you prefer a more retro vibe, also consider the Lego Saturn V Rocket Set ($214). Honorable mention: Starship Torch lighter ($175).
TinyBox — $15,000-$40,000
The cloud is just someone else’s computer. But thanks to capitalism, now you can own your own petaflop. Tiny Corp's TinyBox lineup offers three powerful AI computing systems: the Red model with 6 AMD Radeon GPUs delivering 738 TFLOPS at $15,000, the Green model featuring 6 NVIDIA RTX 4090 GPUs at 991 TFLOPS for $25,000, and the Pro model boasting 8 NVIDIA RTX 4090 GPUs with a massive 1.36 PFLOPS performance at $40,000. Designed for AI researchers and developers, these compact 12U rack-mountable systems provide high-performance computing with flexible configurations, aiming to democratize access to advanced machine learning infrastructure. Why not deploy Llama 3 locally.
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