@B&B, I'll write whatever I deem to be real -- no more, no less. If it sounds wishy washy, it's because that is what the data permit. Though long on this company, I am neither a pumper nor a basher. I report what I see (and have tried to rein in some obvious "irrational exuberance" from others over the years). I have written many positive things about VB and many things that express caution and/or disappointment. What I'm not is cynical or combative (with a couple notable exceptions relative to folks with obvious agendas over the years). I follow VB because it is a unique kind of company in this realm. It is not a fly by night, "extract investor $ and close the doors" type of operation. Unlike many companies like this, they do real research and develop new technologies. They respond to personal inquiries (which I make). They publish plans and generally try to execute. OTOH, it is taking them a long time to make headway, and that can be frustrating. 2020 was an unexpected rough year for everyone, and it appears that they are going to survive it, which is remarkable. So, yeah, if it's a crime to find a company like this interesting to follow and discuss... guilty as charged. If you prefer sexy overhyped misinformation, then don't read what I write.
