I'm not sure I'd classify Jeff's clearly identified rumor in www3.techstocks.com as BS, but I was surprised by the shear magnitude of the amount and statement.
I can see how Big Brother sees this as possible manipulation. Also, I can see where BB may be concerned about "young investors" or unrealistic expectations. (I had similar concerns after reading the rumor.) Whatever, I suspect there may be some conscious or unconscious substrata behind his BS comment. BB left the impression with me that he has a "big investor" bias and that Jeff exists to manipulate all of us. Such a bias is understandable; many of us are jealous of others' success. We've been bombarded with such financial competition (keeping up with the Jones' mentality) since modern manipulative marketing (as opposed to relationship marketing - I am a marketeer) got a foothold about 100 years ago.
Bottom Line: I was not (and hope others are not) swayed into believing the rocketship has gained faster than light speed. I remain a skeptic, although the "very very strong rumor" from an individual whose communications clearly demonstrate credibility has helped reduce my personal impatience and frustration with GIFS. Also, the "rumor" clears up a slight concern about the silence and perceived delays stated on this thread. Besides CRIC, lawsuits, etc., GIFS appears to be keeping its eye on what it is in business for - to make money through turnaround, etc etc etc. In short, the "rumor" does not change the pattern I've observed about GIFS, and I remain comfortable with my investment.
And the adventure continues..
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