[fefifofu]

I forget the story behind Hasseb, but wasn't he considered a scammer or dishonest? Is that what you mean by "(in)famous"? A quick google search reminded me that Cardrunners drop him.

Anyway, everyone gets a fresh start. However, he'll have to be proficient at shipping code (instead of chips) and be productive if he's to keep his job/compensation level.

[joezydeco]

Don't worry. He'll be in management before his first product ships.