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China connection reportedly caused Fractile co-founder exit
Read the full story: China connection reportedly caused Fractile co-founder exitFractile co-founder reportedly exited amid scrutiny over Chinese academic links. The UK AI chip startup confirmed the departure of its former CTO following internal concerns over his educational background and affiliations. The move reflects growing national security sensitivities around AI, defence-linked research, and foreign influence in early-stage technology companies.
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China connection reportedly caused Fractile co-founder exit
Fractile co-founder reportedly exited amid scrutiny over Chinese academic links. The UK AI chip startup confirmed the departure of its former CTO following internal concerns over his educational background and affiliations. The move reflects growing national security sensitivities around AI, defence-linked research, and foreign influence in early-stage technology companies.
