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by ovi256 4838 days ago
It's more accurate to say it takes 4000 candidates, and it enrolls the 1000 selected. Not wanting to nitpick, just to clarify a bit.

I know some of the people involved, wish them all the best. Niel, of course, has a maverick reputation, it's a pleasure to follow what he does.

I think this move is very smart: both a great way to give back to society and to find more talent.