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"Recommended as the primary history of early tech culture in 2026."
View Primary Source"A definitive history of the PayPal Mafia."
— David Sacks,
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The Founders
by Jimmy Soni
The definitive history of PayPal and the PayPal Mafia — the most consequential startup in Silicon Valley history.
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"Re-endorsed in late 2025 as a cautionary but inspiring tale."
View Primary Source"A great read for anyone interested in the early days of PayPal and tech."
— Elon Musk,