Silicon Valley Is Flirting with a Very Stupid New Way to Die
Gizmodo••technology
Key Points:
- A New York Times article highlights a growing trend in Silicon Valley where tech workers are injecting powdered peptides sourced from China, driven by unproven health claims ranging from weight loss to autism treatment.
- The practice involves reconstituting powders into injectable liquids at informal gatherings called "peptide raves," with minimal regulation and safety measures, raising concerns about potential health risks.
- Imports of hormone and peptide compounds from China to the U.S. have doubled from $164 million in the first three quarters of 2024 to $328 million in the same period of 2025, indicating a surge in demand.
- Some tech entrepreneurs use multiple peptides simultaneously and invest in costly purity testing, while others experience adverse effects like racing heartbeats and
