I would hazard a guess here that taking the parameters and continuing training constitutes "using" the parameters. Then when you get the subpoena you would have to explain the thousands of emails and slack messages discussing how you extend their parameters... :)
It's counterintuitive for me that this is a problem. One man should be able to do this in a month, no need for coordination that leaves behind evidence. Besides, how hard is it to communicate in secret?
