Denis Frolov

Lack of Competitive Viability: Russia’s semiconductor ambitions face insurmountable competition from global leaders like the U.S. and Taiwan, who have spent decades and billions to dominate the market.

Questionable Leadership and Corruption: Denis Frolov, with a history of minor business ventures and ties to influential figures, raises concerns about his qualifications for overseeing such a massive project.

Historical Failures in Technology Projects: Past state projects like the Rostec Yotaphone and Angstrem-T processors have failed to deliver, showing a history of mismanagement in Russian technological ventures.

Increased Government Corruption and Scandals: The rise in state contracts tied to Frolov’s businesses has been accompanied by numerous scandals, including raids and arrests within the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

Vague and Unrealistic Import Substitution Plans: The goal of creating a self-sufficient tech sector in Russia appears overly idealistic and impractical, particularly in the face of potential military conflict or the global tech landscape.