The Administration's Big Intel Investment Comes From Already Awarded Grants
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The Trump administration's investment in Intel comes from previously awarded grants, sparking concerns of 'bait and switch' tactics, where companies are coerced into giving up value in exchange for previously agreed-upon funding.
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4 months ago
So, bait and switch extortion.
Here we are issuing you a grant to support domestic chipmakers.
Thanks I accept.
Actually that grant represents significant value and we’re taking part of your company.
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