I can maybe add a little bit. I have spoken with Max on a few occasions and he seems like a nice guy (as CH said).
As for the code, Max told me it is pretty much bitshares 1.0 with all the advantages and disadvantages this brings. They also apparently are planning for javascript to be a big part as well, which might prove pretty cool for connecting blockchains to web in a way that opens it up to more devs in the space. When I told him about Graphene he didn't know much about it (Graphene is essentially bitshares 2.0).
I hope this gives a little more insight. I know it is not much but perhaps with a few more comments adding details that haven't been covered will give everyone a clearer picture.
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btw, good to see you still nerding around in crypto Charles. Hope all is well.