Now that the Bin 38 scandal has died down can you share your thoughts on the situation and the response from investors like Ron Conway?

Michael over reacted in his original story. Dave over reacted in his response. Ron should have shared his views verbally. Sacca was spot on but a bit long / hard to digest.

In the end? No collusion. No way. Will be a blip on things.

I wrote in greater detail here: http://www.bothsidesofthetable.com/2010/09/23/what-entrepreneurs-should-do-about-price-fixing/

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