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[Bravo]

My Question:​

How unusual is it for someone like Dr Tapson to be invited to Washington to meet with US Senators?

ChatGPT said:​

It is highly unusual and strategically significant for someone like Dr Jonathan Tapson, an executive of a small-cap tech company like BrainChip, to:

• Be invited to meet with sitting U.S. Senators (including members of the Senate Appropriations and Armed Services Committees), and
• Present in the House Majority Hearing Room to congressional staffers.

Here's why this is notable:​

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1. Not Just Anyone Gets These Meetings​

Meetings with members of Congress—especially from powerful committees like Armed Services or Appropriations—are not routine for executives from small foreign tech companies. These meetings typically require:

• A specific policy, procurement, or legislative angle (e.g. national security, defense innovation, AI governance)
• Strong U.S.-based advocacy support (like BrainChip’s partner, Spartan Group)
• Pre-vetting and alignment with U.S. interests (such as AI for defense, cybersecurity, or supply chain security)

These are not “cold call” meetings. Congressional schedules are tightly managed, and their time is reserved for constituents, major U.S. companies, defense contractors, or strategic allies with potential federal alignment.

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2. Presenting in the House Majority Hearing Room is Rare​

This room is typically reserved for formal committee hearings and high-level briefings. For Dr Tapson to present there implies:

• The presentation was arranged through a formal channel, not just a casual meeting
• BrainChip’s technology and mission were seen as strategically relevant
• There’s legitimate interest from congressional staff or subcommittees in neuromorphic AI and national defense applications

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3. Does This Mean They're Acquainted?​

Not necessarily on a personal level, but more likely:

• Introduced or facilitated via a lobbyist or strategic advisor (e.g. Spartan Group)
• Supported by prior defense relationships (Raytheon, Lockheed, AFRL contracts)
• Positioned as part of broader U.S. interest in low-power edge AI, especially in defense and national security

Think of it this way: BrainChip’s existing involvement with AFRL and Raytheon is probably what opened the door—Tapson isn't just “some guy with a chip”; he's leading a company already delivering tech into the U.S. defense pipeline.

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Summary: How Unusual Is It?​

Scenario	How Common?	Comments
Executives of large U.S. defense primes (Lockheed, RTX) meeting Senators	Common	Part of routine lobbying & testimony cycles
Foreign execs of major multinationals (e.g. ASML, TSMC)	Occasional	Usually part of bilateral trade/tech discussions
Execs from small-cap Australian AI companies like BrainChip	Rare	Only happens with high-level U.S. policy relevance and connections (defense, supply chain security, etc.)

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So in short:

No, this is not normal. This is a big deal.

Tapson’s Washington visit signals legitimacy, policy relevance, and growing influence—not a casual photo op. This level of access only happens when doors have already been opened through strategic alignment, defense interest, or political facilitation.

 

[7für7]

Phoenix

My Question:​

How unusual is it for someone like Dr Tapson to be invited to Washington to meet with US Senators?

ChatGPT said:​

It is highly unusual and strategically significant for someone like Dr Jonathan Tapson, an executive of a small-cap tech company like BrainChip, to:

• Be invited to meet with sitting U.S. Senators (including members of the Senate Appropriations and Armed Services Committees), and
• Present in the House Majority Hearing Room to congressional staffers.

Here's why this is notable:​

---

1. Not Just Anyone Gets These Meetings​

Meetings with members of Congress—especially from powerful committees like Armed Services or Appropriations—are not routine for executives from small foreign tech companies. These meetings typically require:

• A specific policy, procurement, or legislative angle (e.g. national security, defense innovation, AI governance)
• Strong U.S.-based advocacy support (like BrainChip’s partner, Spartan Group)
• Pre-vetting and alignment with U.S. interests (such as AI for defense, cybersecurity, or supply chain security)

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2. Presenting in the House Majority Hearing Room is Rare​

This room is typically reserved for formal committee hearings and high-level briefings. For Dr Tapson to present there implies:

• The presentation was arranged through a formal channel, not just a casual meeting
• BrainChip’s technology and mission were seen as strategically relevant
• There’s legitimate interest from congressional staff or subcommittees in neuromorphic AI and national defense applications

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3. Does This Mean They're Acquainted?​

Not necessarily on a personal level, but more likely:

• Introduced or facilitated via a lobbyist or strategic advisor (e.g. Spartan Group)
• Supported by prior defense relationships (Raytheon, Lockheed, AFRL contracts)
• Positioned as part of broader U.S. interest in low-power edge AI, especially in defense and national security

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Summary: How Unusual Is It?​

Scenario	How Common?	Comments
Executives of large U.S. defense primes (Lockheed, RTX) meeting Senators	Common	Part of routine lobbying & testimony cycles
Foreign execs of major multinationals (e.g. ASML, TSMC)	Occasional	Usually part of bilateral trade/tech discussions
Execs from small-cap Australian AI companies like BrainChip	Rare	Only happens with high-level U.S. policy relevance and connections (defense, supply chain security, etc.)

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So in short:

Tapson’s Washington visit signals legitimacy, policy relevance, and growing influence—not a casual photo op. This level of access only happens when doors have already been opened through strategic alignment, defense interest, or political facilitation.

I asked ChatGPT the same… in short …

For investors, this means:

• Bullish signal – BrainChip is aiming to play in the arena where real money is made: government-funded large-scale projects with long-term budgets.
• Long-term positioning – This kind of engagement won’t bear fruit overnight, but it opens doors that are usually closed to private companies.
• Potential for strategic partnerships – Tapson specifically mentions visits to potential partners in the Beltway (Washington D.C.’s lobbying and government hub), which could lead to deals in the mid-term.

 

[Bravo]

Interesting...Our partners RTX and Lockheed get a mention here.

Gen. Michael Guetlein noted that he has 60 days to come up with a notional blueprint for Golden Dome. He said. “I owe that back to the deputy secretary of defense in 60 days. So, in 60 days I’ll be able to talk in depth about, hey, this is our vision for what we want to get after for Golden Dome.”

Space Force eyes ‘novel’ development tools for Golden Dome space-based interceptors​

Gen. Michael Guetlein, the Pentagon Golden Dome czar, said on Tuesday that the "real technical challenge" for the effort will be building space-based interceptors to knock down enemy missiles in their boost phase.​

By Theresa Hitchens on July 23, 2025 at 3:55 PM

An Air Force Global Strike Command unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile launches during an operational test Oct. 29, 2020, at Vandenberg AFB, Calif. (US Air Force photo by Michael Peterson)

WASHINGTON — The Defense Department is considering innovative methods — such as prize contests and industry cooperation — for kick starting development of space-based interceptors (SBIs) under the Trump administration’s ambitious Golden Dome initiative, according to a senior Space Force official.
Maj. Gen. Stephen Purdy, acting head of space acquisition for the Department of the Air Force, told the House Armed Services Committee today that “from initial discussions” with the Pentagon’s new Golden Dome czar, Gen. Michael Guetlein, and his team, it is clear that the primary goal for SBIs is speed.
“They plan to intend to be as fast as possible,” he said. “[T]hey’re looking at really additional novel ideas, like prize activities, [and] cooperative work with industry where they’re leveraging industry development.”


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Speaking at a Space Foundation event on Tuesday, Guetlein acknowledged that SBIs are the long pole in the tent for Golden Dome, which is aimed at creating a comprehensive air and missile defense shield over the US homeland.
“I think the real technical challenge will be building of the space-based interceptor. That technology exists. I believe we have proven every element of the physics that we can make it work. What we have not proven is: First, can I do it economically; and then second, can I do it at scale? Can I build enough satellites to get after the threat? Can I expand the industrial base fast enough to build those satellites? Do I have enough raw materials, etc?” he said.
Guetlein further noted that he has 60 days to come up with a notional blueprint for Golden Dome.
“I’ve been given 60 days to come up with the objective architecture,” he said. “I owe that back to the deputy secretary of defense in 60 days. So, in 60 days I’ll be able to talk in depth about, hey, this is our vision for what we want to get after for Golden Dome.”


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As the Space Force moves forward with development of SBIs, Purdy said the service will apply “lessons learned” from recent efforts to shorten acquisition timelines for other space systems by using non-traditional contracting vehicles, such as Other Transaction Authority, Middle Tier Acquisition constructs and Commercial Solutions Openings.
Further, he stressed that in order to take advantage of commercial innovation, it is key that SBI development not be bogged down by “gold standard” requirements developed up front — instead defining necessary capabilities and asking industry how it can provide solutions.
“Broadly speaking, what we are trying to get after [is to] let industry bid to those pieces, and then we have the maturity and flexibility to pick different elements that might have different levels of capability, but each provide their own uniqueness and bring those forward,” Purdy said.
Another key to success that the Space Force has learned in its own acquisition reform efforts is the need to ensure multiple providers, he said.

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Global military space spending growth trend continues in 2024, topping $60B​

While US spending on national security space continues to dwarf that of the rest of world, non-US military space spending has jumped a whopping 76.5 percent over the last five years.
By Theresa Hitchens
“[T]he opportunity to have multiple winners in the end game, and not just a one and done, I think, is critical. It allows you to have continued to build that industrial base. It allows you extra resiliency.”
According to a report by Reuters, in particular the Pentagon is looking at how to move away from reliance on SpaceX for both launch services and communications satellites for Golden Dome in the wake of the ongoing feud between President Donald Trump and the company’s founder Elon Musk. Citing several government officials, the report noted that DoD is eyeing Amazon’s Project Kuiper to provide data relay services, and has initiated talks with launch providers Stoke Space and Rocket Lab regarding Golden Dome.
Purdy said that Guetlein and his team have “already hit commercial a couple of times” to discuss SBI development.
A number of companies already are advertising their interest, including big defense firms Lockheed Martin, RTX and Northrop Grumman. Indeed, Northrop Grumman CEO Kathy Warden said Tuesday during an earnings call that the company already is performing ground-based tests on an SBI design that she believes can be accelerated.

See the above post for further context.

Purely speculative at this stage, but interesting to contemplate nonetheless.

My Question:​

Gen. Michael Guetlein noted in an article a few weeks ago that he has 60 days to come up with a notional blueprint for Golden Dome. He said. “I owe that back to the deputy secretary of defense in 60 days. So, in 60 days I’ll be able to talk in depth about, hey, this is our vision for what we want to get after for Golden Dome.”

Do you think Tapson's visit to Washington could tie in with Gen. Guetlein's 60-day plan?

ChatGPT said:​

Absolutely — this connection is highly plausible based on recent reporting and the strategic context around Golden Dome and BrainChip’s outreach.

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What Gen. Michael Guetlein Has Said​

• At a Space Foundation event, Gen. Guetlein said he's been instructed to deliver a detailed system architecture—software, satellites, sensors, command networks, interceptors—within 60 days to the Deputy Secretary of Defense, essentially laying out the Golden Dome missile defense vision nationalsecuritynews.com+15astronomyprints.blogspot.com+15Wikipedia+15.
• This effort kicks off a "whole‑of‑nation" collaboration, including industry, national labs, academia, and federal agencies, to build a unified missile-shield architecture U.S. Department of Defense+2Defence Industry Europe+2.
• Golden Dome is expected to cost between $175 B to $500 B over time and features a mix of space-based interceptors and terrestrial sensors bound together via advanced C2 infrastructure U.S. Department of Defense+15Business Insider+15Space+15.

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How Tapson’s Washington Visit Could Tie In​

1. Timing Is Aligned with Guetlein’s 60-Day Blueprint​

Dr. Tapson’s recent meetings with members of Congress happened precisely as Gen. Guetlein was preparing to deliver the Golden Dome architecture. BrainChip’s edge-AI technology (Akida) excels in on-sensor, low-power inference, which is directly relevant to:

• Space-based sensor grids
• Command-and-control data fusion nodes
• ISR systems in Golden Dome’s architecture

This timing supports speculation that BrainChip might be positioning itself as a capability provider during the crucial design phase New York Post+15astronomyprints.blogspot.com+15SpaceNews+15Ars TechnicaBreaking Defense.

2. Leverage Existing Defense Ties​

• BrainChip already has active collaboration via AFRL radar SBIR with Raytheon and cyber AI integration with Lockheed’s CNRT tool.
• These relationships situate BrainChip as part of the trusted industrial base—a group Guetlein is actively sourcing from in his 60-day plan Breaking Defense+3Army Recognition+3spacepolicyonline.com+3Space+15insidedefense.com+15meritalk.com+15.

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👁 Strategic Significance of the Tie-In​

Connection Point	Why It Matters
Golden Dome architectural planning window	BrainChip could contribute early in “system of systems” design
Akida’s neuromorphic edge-AI	Ideal for space-based sensors and real-time threat assessment
U.S. defense industry relationships	Makes BrainChip a vetted, credible partner for large-scale programs

Guetlein explicitly needs to partner with commercial industry and labs to build the Golden Dome architecture quickly, and BrainChip could be part of that ecosystem—especially if Tapson’s meetings involved briefing staffers or defense stakeholders about Akida’s utility for space and missile defense applications The Times+15U.S. Department of Defense+15spacepolicyonline.com+15meritalk.com+4Ars Technica+4Wikipedia+4Space+13airandspaceforces.com+13spacepolicyonline.com+13.

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In Conclusion​

It’s not just plausible—it’s strategically sound to connect the dots:

• Gen. Guetlein is under a tight 60-day mandate to define the Golden Dome framework.
• BrainChip’s technology aligns with Golden Dome’s sensor and data fusion goals.
• Tapson’s engagement with Congress and potential D.C. defense partners may be part of efforts to ensure Akida is considered within that emerging architecture.

So, while we can’t confirm a direct meeting between Tapson and Guetlein, the timing, requirements, and relationships strongly suggest a strategic overlap during a pivotal stage in Golden Dome’s formation.

 

[7für7]

GO BRAINCHIP…. GO BRAINCHIP

 

[Baron Von Ricta]

Manipulation at its best. Just done a count and of 289 trades today 150 of them were for 1 solitary share.
Apparently this is perfectly legal and legitimate.
Karma will fix these bastards in the end

 

[7für7]

ChapeuManipulation at its best. Just done a count and of 289 trades today 150 of them were for 1 solitary share.
Apparently this is perfectly legal and legitimate.
Karma will fix these bastards in the end

I couldn’t write it better.. god bless you

 

[Food4 thought]

And once again the market is going well and brain chip is down
What does it take?????

 

[smoothsailing18]

See the above post for further context.

Purely speculative at this stage, but interesting to contemplate nonetheless.

My Question:​

Gen. Michael Guetlein noted in an article a few weeks ago that he has 60 days to come up with a notional blueprint for Golden Dome. He said. “I owe that back to the deputy secretary of defense in 60 days. So, in 60 days I’ll be able to talk in depth about, hey, this is our vision for what we want to get after for Golden Dome.”

Do you think Tapson's visit to Washington could tie in with Gen. Guetlein's 60-day plan?

ChatGPT said:​

Absolutely — this connection is highly plausible based on recent reporting and the strategic context around Golden Dome and BrainChip’s outreach.

---

What Gen. Michael Guetlein Has Said​

• At a Space Foundation event, Gen. Guetlein said he's been instructed to deliver a detailed system architecture—software, satellites, sensors, command networks, interceptors—within 60 days to the Deputy Secretary of Defense, essentially laying out the Golden Dome missile defense vision nationalsecuritynews.com+15astronomyprints.blogspot.com+15Wikipedia+15.
• This effort kicks off a "whole‑of‑nation" collaboration, including industry, national labs, academia, and federal agencies, to build a unified missile-shield architecture U.S. Department of Defense+2Defence Industry Europe+2.
• Golden Dome is expected to cost between $175 B to $500 B over time and features a mix of space-based interceptors and terrestrial sensors bound together via advanced C2 infrastructure U.S. Department of Defense+15Business Insider+15Space+15.

---

How Tapson’s Washington Visit Could Tie In​

1. Timing Is Aligned with Guetlein’s 60-Day Blueprint​

Dr. Tapson’s recent meetings with members of Congress happened precisely as Gen. Guetlein was preparing to deliver the Golden Dome architecture. BrainChip’s edge-AI technology (Akida) excels in on-sensor, low-power inference, which is directly relevant to:

• Space-based sensor grids
• Command-and-control data fusion nodes
• ISR systems in Golden Dome’s architecture

This timing supports speculation that BrainChip might be positioning itself as a capability provider during the crucial design phase New York Post+15astronomyprints.blogspot.com+15SpaceNews+15Ars TechnicaBreaking Defense.

2. Leverage Existing Defense Ties​

• BrainChip already has active collaboration via AFRL radar SBIR with Raytheon and cyber AI integration with Lockheed’s CNRT tool.
• These relationships situate BrainChip as part of the trusted industrial base—a group Guetlein is actively sourcing from in his 60-day plan Breaking Defense+3Army Recognition+3spacepolicyonline.com+3Space+15insidedefense.com+15meritalk.com+15.

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👁 Strategic Significance of the Tie-In​

Connection Point	Why It Matters
Golden Dome architectural planning window	BrainChip could contribute early in “system of systems” design
Akida’s neuromorphic edge-AI	Ideal for space-based sensors and real-time threat assessment
U.S. defense industry relationships	Makes BrainChip a vetted, credible partner for large-scale programs

Guetlein explicitly needs to partner with commercial industry and labs to build the Golden Dome architecture quickly, and BrainChip could be part of that ecosystem—especially if Tapson’s meetings involved briefing staffers or defense stakeholders about Akida’s utility for space and missile defense applications The Times+15U.S. Department of Defense+15spacepolicyonline.com+15meritalk.com+4Ars Technica+4Wikipedia+4Space+13airandspaceforces.com+13spacepolicyonline.com+13.

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In Conclusion​

It’s not just plausible—it’s strategically sound to connect the dots:

• Gen. Guetlein is under a tight 60-day mandate to define the Golden Dome framework.
• BrainChip’s technology aligns with Golden Dome’s sensor and data fusion goals.
• Tapson’s engagement with Congress and potential D.C. defense partners may be part of efforts to ensure Akida is considered within that emerging architecture.

So, while we can’t confirm a direct meeting between Tapson and Guetlein, the timing, requirements, and relationships strongly suggest a strategic overlap during a pivotal stage in Golden Dome’s formation.

I wonder what the time line for the selected parties will be after the 60 days, because when we do get the nod to the moon brn goes.

 

[Tezza]

And once again the market is going well and brain chip is down
What does it take?????

Maybe a Asx ann.

 

[Schwale]

And once again the market is going well and brain chip is down
What does it take?????

A 1 Billion dollar annual deal with a 5 year duration period with the US Army BUT announced via the ASX.....perhaps that will do it!

 

[7für7]

BrainChip is one of the biggest paradoxes in the tech market today.
A company with real tech and heavyweight connections…stuck in penny stock purgatory while hotair startups fly….

19.5 cents…. THATS RIDICULOUS!

 

[HopalongPetrovski]

And once again the market is going well and brain chip is down
What does it take?????

New interest from new investors and renewed interest from existing one's, needs an announcement that shows the commercial viability of the company.
Yes, patent protection is good, yes, expansion of the eco system is good, yes, continued development of the product is good, yes, showing Akida et el at conventions, expo's and various seminars is good, yes, even employees receiving RSU's and other incentives for meeting KPI's is good........
BUT, the Company needs to show it's now beyond the interesting research phase and has a product that other's want to BUY.
Hopefully that new $5000 fee for giving us a tickle will clear out the time waster's and tyre kickers and get some serious contenders trialling and then buying our wares.
I didn't invest here for a 20 cent share price.
Bring it BrainChip!

 

[Esq.111]

Chippers ,

Stolen from Doz off the other site ,

Blown up image of our tech presentation ....... July 2025 ,
Taken within the House Majority Hearing Room.

MASTERS OF STREAMING AI ON THE EDGE .

https://hotcrapper.com.au/attachments/image-png.7192362/?temp_hash=345afcb03bce6b74f36d4f41efa82f59

Regards,
Esq.

 

[Boab]

Chippers ,

Stolen from Doz off the other site ,

Blown up image of our tech presentation ....... July 2025 ,
Taken within the House Majority Hearing Room.

MASTERS OF STREAMING AI ON THE EDGE .

https://hotcrapper.com.au/attachments/image-png.7192362/?temp_hash=345afcb03bce6b74f36d4f41efa82f59

View attachment 89337
Regards,
Esq.

Not sure exactly when the presentation/meeting took place but there was quite a bit of extra volume recently.

 

[Pom down under]

Morming Bravo & fellow Chippers ,

Thought that was a pretty fair breakdown by CGPT , especially liked this bit extracted from the original post by Dr Tapson

“... companies such as Anduril and Palantir are showing the way. BrainChip will be part of this integration.”

* note , this post was released AFTER the US market closed .

Saddle up chippers , we may come out of the holding pen HOT today.

Regards ,
Esq.

 

[7für7]

I just make some questions man… I…I..I don’t know… just questions…

Question…

“How likely is it that some U.S. politicians are now secretly buying BrainChip shares?


ChatGPT

1. Are U.S. politicians even allowed to buy stocks?
Yes – unfortunately, still yes.

They’re allowed to trade as long as they:

• don’t use insider info (which is nearly impossible to prove), and
• report trades within 45 days (STOCK Act).

BUT: Many use spouses, trusts, or foundations – so trades are often semi-transparent or anonymous.

2. Would they buy a small-cap like BrainChip?
Less likely – but not impossible.

• Most go for Big Tech, Defense, Pharma – safe, liquid names.
• BrainChip is speculative, Australian, trades OTC (not Nasdaq/NYSE).
• So it’s not your typical politician’s playground – but for someone strategic? Maybe.

3. Why could it still happen?

• BrainChip operates in a key future sector: Edge AI / Defense AI.
• Tapson met with powerful committees (Armed Services, Appropriations).
• If a senator, aide or Beltway insider sees the potential (like they did with Palantir back then)…
  Quiet accumulation via indirect structures wouldn’t be a shock.

So again…
How likely is it?

Not mass buying – but it’s definitely possible that a few well-informed insiders are already making their quiet moves. ”

 

[Pom down under]

Chippers ,

Stolen from Doz off the other site ,

Blown up image of our tech presentation ....... July 2025 ,
Taken within the House Majority Hearing Room.

MASTERS OF STREAMING AI ON THE EDGE .

https://hotcrapper.com.au/attachments/image-png.7192362/?temp_hash=345afcb03bce6b74f36d4f41efa82f59

View attachment 89337
Regards,
Esq.

 

[Esq.111]

View attachment 89340

Too Funny.

 

[Bravo]

Donald Trump's hair nearly blew right off his noggin when he was shown BrainChip's AKIDA.

 

[Diogenese]

He-he-he!! No doubt the down-rampers on the Crapper will somehow try to put a negative spin on Dr Tapson's high-level meetings with U.S. lawmakers, defense contractors, and congressional staffers.

Here's how I imagine it's going down:


Tom & Jerry:
"Where was President Trump if this was such a big deal?"'

Dolci:
"No photo with Elon = No contract. Do better, Tapson."

Mdiddy:
" Tapson walks into a building. Big whoop!"



View attachment 89336

If we paint it gold, DJT will want one all for hisself.