Oooff yes I think that is exactly the kind of shenanigans they might pull. Ultimately I can understand if a new model is coming in without as much optimization

Oooff yes I think that is exactly the kind of shenanigans they might pull. Ultimately I can understand if a new model is coming in without as much optimization then it'll add pressure to the older models achieving the same result. Nice plausible deniability for a convenient double effect.