[snvzz]

That's why there are licenses and agreements.

So that we do not have to rely on anybody's goodwill.

[pjmlp]

And since RISC-V allows for extensions, all bets are off regarding successful deployments being extension free.

Just like many open core products that really need the full deal for being usable in a proper way.

Expecting otherwise is whishful thinking, or academia/maker community focus.

[snvzz]

There already are. As long as they're in custom space, there's no issue.