fallback. I assume they like doing what they do and they prefer having job security. I'd rather try moonshot projects thinking about how to develop it rather th

fallback. I assume they like doing what they do and they prefer having job security. I'd rather try moonshot projects thinking about how to develop it rather than constantly wondering about the business model and if it will be successful (read: stress). They have other people to think about that (the foundry). And they will have much more resources. While I agree that VC funding might be an analogue in a startup situation, it's just not the same. You'll still have the steady paycheck at the end of the month, no matter what Of course, if someone is confident of their idea and wants to start their own company, they will. Just google 'ex-googler startup'