They have your funds, if they f**k up, they promise to return monies, but have no third party to guarantee it.
You are basically acting on their word they can deliver on time.
They have offered no compelling evidence to believe this, and there is nothing backing you up if they can't, or don't succeed.
Actually there is, but I don't want to ruin your fun.
There are several companies copying the KnC method of bringing a device to market straight from receipt of chips as a prototype.
The fact you think KnC developed this "method" that "There are several companies copying" isn't bringing any strength to your arguments.
I cordially request that you return to wasting the precious hours of your day defending your crowned head: KNC, instead of white-knighting the 'community' at every turn.