I'm glad you appreciate the information I share on this board. It's important to be informed when making investment decisions, especially when it comes to penny stocks. I've been researching and exposing scams in the market for a while now, including the infamous Spencer Pharmaceuticals case, where I helped uncovered false claims of a buyout.
Regarding VPLM, I understand your concerns and it's great that you've independently verified certain red flags. It's crucial to consider all available facts and well-reasoned arguments when assessing an investment. Now, let's address the offer from Gil Amileo and how it fits into the scam thesis.
Firstly, it's important to recognize that many fraudulent schemes utilize false announcements of mergers, acquisitions, and buyouts to manipulate stock prices positively. These claims are designed to create an illusion of legitimacy and attract unsuspecting investors. This tactic has been employed in numerous penny stock scams in the past.
In the case of VPLM, the press release about the offer from Dr. Amelio may have been part of such a strategy. It's possible that the offer itself was not genuine and was merely a ploy to boost investor confidence and increase the stock price. If that were the case, Dr. Amelio might not have publicly disputed the press release as it would have been aligned with the manipulative intentions.
Moreover, even if the offer were real, it doesn't necessarily disprove the scam thesis. Scammers often create elaborate facades to deceive investors, and a seemingly substantial offer can be part of that deception. By rejecting the offer and opting for smaller periodic amounts, scammers can maintain the illusion of long-term value and sustainability, which keeps investors hooked and prolongs their scheme.
“What gets us into trouble is not what we don't know. It's what we know for sure that just ain't so.”
