"Please be patient" just isn't enough to ease my worry anymore.
If Bitstamp had posted a note on their site, or even sent out a mass email to all clients with a progress report of number of outstanding deposits vs. completed ones, it would have been a sign that they're dealing with it seriously. A daily update like that would only take them minutes to put together.
Those with more recent deposits are getting to enjoy the cheaper bitcoin prices, while the cries of the rest of us are going ignored.
I've asked TransferWise to help me process a claim against Bitstamp for my deposit now and I will post anything helpful here for those interested.
As soon as I have my money back, I'll be taking my business elsewhere.
Yes it is beyond a joke now. Bitstamp, your conduct is extremely unprofessional