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Claim Text: In 2017, Michael Moritz sent a note to a potential investor about what he described as an unusual opportunity: a chance to invest in the creation of a new California city.
Simplified Text: In 2017 Michael Moritz sent a note about investing in a new California city
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Claim Maker: The author
Context Type: News Article
Context Details: { "year": "2017", "event": "sent a note to a potential investor", "person": "Michael Moritz", "opportunity": "invest in the creation of a new California city" }
Subject Tags: Business Investment
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Created: February 15, 2026 at 2:22 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated: February 15, 2026 at 2:22 PM (6 months ago)

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The Silicon Valley Elite Who Want to Build a City From Scratch

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https://nytimes.com/2023/08/25/business/land-purchases-solano-county.html

A mysterious company backed by Silicon Valley investors has spent $800 million buying land in Solano County, California, with plans to build a new city. The project has sparked speculation and is now engaging with local officials. The investors include prominent figures like Michael Moritz, Reid Hoffman, and Marc Andreessen.

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