The Silicon Valley leaders who have experimented with psychedelicsNEWS | 09 October 2025This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now.
Some of the biggest names in Silicon Valley have dabbled in psychedelics.
The psychedelic movement isn't limited to the most successful tech moguls in Silicon Valley. A rising number of entrepreneurs and executives are turning to psychedelics like LSD, ayahuasca, and MDMA to find inspiration in their professional lives.
While psychedelics haven't reached mainstream status, they're gaining popularity in certain circles. Startups focused on psychedelics are also drawing increasing interest and investment from prominent figures, including startup accelerators like Y Combinator and billionaires such as Peter Thiel.
As Burning Man kicks off, celebrities and business moguls are flocking to the desert. As a known hub for psychedelic experimentation, it's worth looking back at which Big Tech founders and billionaires have experimented with these substances — on or off the playa.Author: Never Miss A Story. Ana Altchek. Enter Your Email. Follow Authors. Source
