While I agree with you on the changing 'hot topics' with respect to many projects, I think you're missing the whole point in that diversification of revenue streams can help ensure success in an ever-changing economy. You can still keep a focus on your core business along the way.
here are a few good articles on this topic (Google has a ton):
In the business world, significant changes in economic conditions, buyer preferences, markets, products, and services are the norm. For small businesses to thrive in such an environment, they must be willing to diversify and stretch beyond their core business offerings, particularly if they are accustomed to relying on a single revenue stream.
I think everyone is looking forward to hearing updates on items that seem to have 'fallen' by the wayside, but are really being worked on behind the scenes. It takes time to build a real company.
The share price sucks right now, but volatility also comes with low volume.