[shellcoder]

I completely agree, it i an enticing offer from Apple for the reason you lay out.

Not all brokers are alike though, exploit survival is a gamble, but sensible end-buyers usually don't want to burn the exploits either so will use them sensibly. There are some brokers that don't sell exclusively (despite their claims), they have a reputation for exploits getting burned early.

I have not been involved with any iOS exploits, not really my area of interest, but lets say I was. Would I consider selling it off to Apple, yeah, it would be something to consider. I'd consider the market rates too of course, 1MM vs 1.5MM, sure Apple is enticing, 1MM vs 2MM, maybe not. Not sure where I would actually draw a line, but you are right that Apple doesn't need to compete directly with the market rate, just close enough.

I'm sure there are those that would rather just go for the bigger profits regardless.