当着CEO赚投资人的钱 纽约时报：陈立武双重身份引发利益冲突争议

Core Viewpoint - The dual role of Lip-Bu Tan as both CEO of Intel and a seasoned venture capitalist has raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest, particularly in light of Intel's recent acquisition attempts and the subsequent sale of Rivos to Meta, which Tan has financial ties to [1][3][4]. Group 1: Dual Role and Investments - Lip-Bu Tan, appointed as Intel's CEO in March, also leads Walden International, a venture capital firm that has invested in over 500 companies, including Rivos, where he served as founding chairman [2][4]. - Following Meta's acquisition of Rivos, Tan expressed pride in the company's success, despite not being involved in Intel's negotiations with Rivos [2][3]. - Tan's involvement with SambaNova Systems, another AI chip manufacturer, raises further questions as he is both an executive chairman and an investor, while also discussing its products with Intel's major clients [2][7]. Group 2: Concerns and Governance - Concerns about Tan's multiple roles have been voiced by former Intel employees, with some citing these conflicts as reasons for their departure [3][4]. - Intel's board has stated that they have carefully considered Tan's investment-related issues and have implemented strict governance policies to manage potential conflicts [4][5]. - Despite these measures, Tan's ability to assist in identifying acquisition targets and participate in non-financial discussions remains, although he must avoid price negotiations [4][5]. Group 3: Historical Context and Impact - Tan has a history of holding dual roles, having previously served as CEO of Cadence Design Systems while continuing to invest in various companies [5][6]. - Since joining Intel, Tan has initiated significant layoffs and management changes to address the company's challenges, while still actively investing in startups [6][8]. - The strategic shift of Rivos towards AI chip development, influenced by Tan, has been highlighted as a key factor in its eventual acquisition by Meta [7][9].