Instead of 20% free time, it's 100% free time, and they get to own a chunk of what they make. Smart way to outsource R&D by pre-owning a stake in what could be

Instead of 20% free time, it's 100% free time, and they get to own a chunk of what they make. Smart way to outsource R&D by pre-owning a stake in what could be the next big thing, without the complexities and competition of acquisition. I think they should just build what's getting funded at the time, and not get too crazy. A fast (and better) follower mentality.