Interesting, but you're contradicting yourself. You make the argument that you can't believe vdrm PRs, but you are citing a PR as historical fact.
Also, as I see it, Keough's company is in the same boat... they have let the patent expire but are telling you they plan to pursue it. They have also not sold the product, but say they will be selling it next month. What makes their word more reliable?
I agree that it seems like there are 2 companies vying for a similar product, but you have to look at things objectively.