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I don't think anyone here should lawyer up, report anything or do anything legally until something at least happens that actually defrauds you.  Since the new hardware has not gone online yet, the most that has happened is everyone has gained an increase in hashing power from I believe 280mh to 300mh.

It's primarily about next steps beyond that, which we're all waiting to hear about.  In the short term, everyone needs to chill out and wait to hear what is going to happen.

This is a valid and important point. As of yet, nothing has actually happened apart from some news worrying (and riling) people.

Since consensus is that nobody cares what happens with respect to the bond/contract terminology or splits etc, (so long as the spirit of the original agreement is honoured), it is all about how future hardware deployment is passed on to current bondholders. That is the issue at hand. Until action is taken in this regard, as opposed to words, people have no cause for grievance. Annoyance yes, but not actual grievance. Once action is taken, then we can re-examine how things stand - until then, let's all try to just relax and provide useful, constructive feedback to try to make the best of a bad situation.

while I agree with this from one perspective.  By changing the asset from a future growth asset to a fixed asset, it has devalued the asset to the tune of a penny on the dollar.  None of us would have paid the price we did, if this asset had been fixed to the numbers we just received for all time.  We do know that "something else" is going to happen and it has been declared "very very good".  I don't mind losing value because the future growth under performed, but not through arbitrary price fixing (i.e. hashrate is fixed, now the asset is fixed value on a declining scale over time).

I can't agree that no value was removed and we're all where we were a couple weeks ago, so move along.  There has been harm done to this asset, if you don't agree, go take a look at the trading thread.

All that said, I am still waiting for answers, but will not idly sit by because I trust someone else has my best interests in mind.  There are time limits to everyone's patience.

My opinion only, but it will govern my actions.

Yes, that is exactly my point - see the part in bold. Of course a permanent fix of all bonds with no future splitting would be a disaster, nobody is questioning that. However, until we hear about how future hashrate increases will be passed on to bondholders, there has essentially been no news. People are shitting the bed, yes, but there has not been any actual news.

Regarding bond prices, yes, value has dropped. However, if the news comes that everything is just as it was, then the bond price should return to exactly what it was before. If it doesn't then there is a buying opportunity. As I (and many others) have said before, it all comes down to what happens with future hashrate (obviously).

Yep, not disagreeing at all with you.  Except that last part has a lot of assumption, until we know exactly what the solution is.  As it stands right now we have a solution that is unacceptable, and a vague statement that stuff will be happening soon.   My only point here is that there were a lot of half statements made, that left a lot of unanswered questions.  Labrat's acknowledgement that this has been known to him for 2-3 months and recent 1 month absence from meaningful dialog, puts me in a position that I'm not going to wait another month to find out what the real situation is.  Since he's playing this game with other people's money, it is at least reasonable to request some questions be answered.   Assuming that he's going do something responsible to my interests, after the month long absence and dropping a half ass, imo, solution on us, is not reasonable.  Especially, after the previous announcement, which was almost the antithesis of this one, left a lot of questions that were suppose to be answered and never were.  After the last two months, I'm unwilling to sit here for an indefinite amount of time and hope.  And, in fairness, Labrat should be aware of this, so as not to be blindsided when people start losing patience and taking action.

I've already expressed I'm willing to wait to the end of the week.  Other people have other thresholds.  They are being honest about it.  He should take it into account.  People should always do what makes them feel most comfortable in an investment situation. 

Again, this is my opinion, have yours. ty for the meaningful discussion.   *looking at you Vince*
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I don't think anyone here should lawyer up, report anything or do anything legally until something at least happens that actually defrauds you.  Since the new hardware has not gone online yet, the most that has happened is everyone has gained an increase in hashing power from I believe 280mh to 300mh.

It's primarily about next steps beyond that, which we're all waiting to hear about.  In the short term, everyone needs to chill out and wait to hear what is going to happen.

This is a valid and important point. As of yet, nothing has actually happened apart from some news worrying (and riling) people.

Since consensus is that nobody cares what happens with respect to the bond/contract terminology or splits etc, (so long as the spirit of the original agreement is honoured), it is all about how future hardware deployment is passed on to current bondholders. That is the issue at hand. Until action is taken in this regard, as opposed to words, people have no cause for grievance. Annoyance yes, but not actual grievance. Once action is taken, then we can re-examine how things stand - until then, let's all try to just relax and provide useful, constructive feedback to try to make the best of a bad situation.

while I agree with this from one perspective.  By changing the asset from a future growth asset to a fixed asset, it has devalued the asset to the tune of a penny on the dollar.  None of us would have paid the price we did, if this asset had been fixed to the numbers we just received for all time.  We do know that "something else" is going to happen and it has been declared "very very good".  I don't mind losing value because the future growth under performed, but not through arbitrary price fixing (i.e. hashrate is fixed, now the asset is fixed value on a declining scale over time).

I can't agree that no value was removed and we're all where we were a couple weeks ago, so move along.  There has been harm done to this asset, if you don't agree, go take a look at the trading thread.

All that said, I am still waiting for answers, but will not idly sit by because I trust someone else has my best interests in mind.  There are time limits to everyone's patience.

My opinion only, but it will govern my actions.

Yes, that is exactly my point - see the part in bold. Of course a permanent fix of all bonds with no future splitting would be a disaster, nobody is questioning that. However, until we hear about how future hashrate increases will be passed on to bondholders, there has essentially been no news. People are shitting the bed, yes, but there has not been any actual news.

Regarding bond prices, yes, value has dropped. However, if the news comes that everything is just as it was, then the bond price should return to exactly what it was before. If it doesn't then there is a buying opportunity. As I (and many others) have said before, it all comes down to what happens with future hashrate (obviously).
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I am still confused on why ANYTHING was said at all... LR could have waited until the "lawyers" cleared his communications with the bond holders... Still seems very fishy... With only the information presented from LR, I can't/don't buy it at all.  

Sometimes you have to just kill all the rats and then patch up the holes later.

ie. If there is an immediate legal threat, remove it, then fix the resulting less critical problems as quickly as possible.

I like what you did here... Smiley
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I don't think anyone here should lawyer up, report anything or do anything legally until something at least happens that actually defrauds you.  Since the new hardware has not gone online yet, the most that has happened is everyone has gained an increase in hashing power from I believe 280mh to 300mh.

It's primarily about next steps beyond that, which we're all waiting to hear about.  In the short term, everyone needs to chill out and wait to hear what is going to happen.

This is a valid and important point. As of yet, nothing has actually happened apart from some news worrying (and riling) people.

Since consensus is that nobody cares what happens with respect to the bond/contract terminology or splits etc, (so long as the spirit of the original agreement is honoured), it is all about how future hardware deployment is passed on to current bondholders. That is the issue at hand. Until action is taken in this regard, as opposed to words, people have no cause for grievance. Annoyance yes, but not actual grievance. Once action is taken, then we can re-examine how things stand - until then, let's all try to just relax and provide useful, constructive feedback to try to make the best of a bad situation.

while I agree with this from one perspective.  By changing the asset from a future growth asset to a fixed asset, it has devalued the asset to the tune of a penny on the dollar.  None of us would have paid the price we did, if this asset had been fixed to the numbers we just received for all time.  We do know that "something else" is going to happen and it has been declared "very very good".  I don't mind losing value because the future growth under performed, but not through arbitrary price fixing (i.e. hashrate is fixed, now the asset is fixed value on a declining scale over time).

I can't agree that no value was removed and we're all where we were a couple weeks ago, so move along.  There has been harm done to this asset, if you don't agree, go take a look at the trading thread.

All that said, I am still waiting for answers, but will not idly sit by because I trust someone else has my best interests in mind.  There are time limits to everyone's patience.

My opinion only, but it will govern my actions.
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I don't think anyone here should lawyer up, report anything or do anything legally until something at least happens that actually defrauds you.  Since the new hardware has not gone online yet, the most that has happened is everyone has gained an increase in hashing power from I believe 280mh to 300mh.

It's primarily about next steps beyond that, which we're all waiting to hear about.  In the short term, everyone needs to chill out and wait to hear what is going to happen.

This is a valid and important point. As of yet, nothing has actually happened apart from some news worrying (and riling) people.

Since consensus is that nobody cares what happens with respect to the bond/contract terminology or splits etc, (so long as the spirit of the original agreement is honoured), it is all about how future hardware deployment is passed on to current bondholders. That is the issue at hand. Until action is taken in this regard, as opposed to words, people have no cause for grievance. Annoyance yes, but not actual grievance. Once action is taken, then we can re-examine how things stand - until then, let's all try to just relax and provide useful, constructive feedback to try to make the best of a bad situation.
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I don't think anyone here should lawyer up, report anything or do anything legally until something at least happens that actually defrauds you.  Since the new hardware has not gone online yet, the most that has happened is everyone has gained an increase in hashing power from I believe 280mh to 300mh.

It's primarily about next steps beyond that, which we're all waiting to hear about.  In the short term, everyone needs to chill out and wait to hear what is going to happen.
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The consensus from bond holders is that Lab Rat is acting like a scammer.

This is no-ones fault other than Lab rats.

Please read http://www.coindesk.com/us-securities-regulator-finra-warns-bitcoins-investment-risks/

"The regulatory body ended the release by encouraging those who have been defrauded by a securities professional or firm to file a complaint with its representatives or to contact its support lines with tips and information."

Any further shenanigans from Lab Rat and I will be reporting him.

This is his final warning.
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I'm here to answer the questions I can so feel free to ask.

The issues at hand are both on a state and federal level regarding multiple topics.  The specifics of these statutes will be presented in a timely manner.

I have not done any work for CoinSeed in weeks and don't believe I will have a major if any further involvement in CoinSeed.  This is yet to be determined by Merlin Kauffman.

The newly issued contracts price will be changed.


something more than a 1 liner on that not so insignificant piece of news would be nice as well.

While you're at it, tell us all about your private life and family as well... because you know, we are shareholders, and we demand everything.

yay! yet another complete lack of contributing worth while information.  You're on a roll man. 

These are reasonable questions considering the amount of money being held and loss of value.

P.S. I still have a pair of panties set aside for you, since you seem so interested in them, troll.
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I'm here to answer the questions I can so feel free to ask.

The issues at hand are both on a state and federal level regarding multiple topics.  The specifics of these statutes will be presented in a timely manner.

I have not done any work for CoinSeed in weeks and don't believe I will have a major if any further involvement in CoinSeed.  This is yet to be determined by Merlin Kauffman.

The newly issued contracts price will be changed.


something more than a 1 liner on that not so insignificant piece of news would be nice as well.

While you're at it, tell us all about your private life and family as well... because you know, we are shareholders, and we demand everything.
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I am still confused on why ANYTHING was said at all... LR could have waited until the "lawyers" cleared his communications with the bond holders... Still seems very fishy... With only the information presented from LR, I can't/don't buy it at all.  

Sometimes you have to just kill all the rats and then patch up the holes later.

ie. If there is an immediate legal threat, remove it, then fix the resulting less critical problems as quickly as possible.
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Activity: 335
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I'm here to answer the questions I can so feel free to ask.

The issues at hand are both on a state and federal level regarding multiple topics.  The specifics of these statutes will be presented in a timely manner.

I have not done any work for CoinSeed in weeks and don't believe I will have a major if any further involvement in CoinSeed.  This is yet to be determined by Merlin Kauffman.

The newly issued contracts price will be changed.


something more than a 1 liner on that not so insignificant piece of news would be nice as well.
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"Arthur Daley" from the British TV series Minder http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minder_(TV_series)

"Minder is a British comedy-drama about the London criminal underworld. "

"Arthur Daley
Arthur is a mid-level professional criminal of rather mature years, a minor con man eternally involved in dodgy dealings"


Any relation to Zach Dailey? Cheesy
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Well... if people are still into forming a mob...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLJFgJ1GXsM

It sucks there is such a crap history with bitcoin investments turning into scams that people jump to accusations and threats at the drop of a hat at the first signs of trouble.  With the SOP being to eviscerate someone at the first signs of trouble, I'm astounded anyone even bothers trying to create bitcoin businesses anymore.


This isn't a drop of the hat, let me review:

January 24, 2014, 03:35:25 AM
  Big announcement about the coinseed deal

January 30, 2014, 02:59:18 AM
  Discussion about overpaid divs
  small paragraph with a few more coinseed details
  Bargraphics get special invite to  visit the mine

January 30, 2014, 03:11:17 AM
  Discusses the incoming hash and the when and who of it.

January 30, 2014, 03:14:50 AM
  Tells us not to lynch grnbrg (everybody was asking for questions to be answered about coinseed zach being cto)

January 30, 2014, 04:07:13 AM
  Jokes with grnbrg

January 30, 2014, 04:17:55 AM
  reiterates how amazing the hash per bond is going to be and says an exchange for shares is being worked on, but can't share the details yet.

January 30, 2014, 04:39:39 AM
  Tells us he has the dec/jan hardware in hand but has been personally mining with it, because he used his funds instead of the companies to pay. brief mention of how he handles bonds.

January 30, 2014, 04:48:59 AM
  Was told to keep up the good work and keep the good news coming and responded
  "Thank you, and there's one coming up real soon.  For obvious reasons I'm not giving a date.  Wink"

January 30, 2014, 04:56:39 AM
  Mentions how much fun he had in Miami and he made great connections.  Discusses the woes of buying large and small amounts of hardware

January 30, 2014, 04:59:06 AM
  tells us his lawyer said buying hardware and mining with it is a conflict of interest and he will never be doing that again

January 30, 2014, 05:00:37 AM
  talks about how jet lagged he is from the miami thing and BarGraphic's visit

January 30, 2014, 05:08:22 AM
  Fights off more concerns about him owning gear.  Says he hasn't received a paycheck this year.

January 30, 2014, 06:23:37 PM
  confirms the hash isn't appearing on GHash.io because it has too much network share and lives on "other pools". says the rest will be moved when GHash.io network share reduces

January 30, 2014, 07:05:41 PM
  talks about div over payment and that everyone has replied they paid back to his emails

____________

At this point there is practically silence, note the date

___________

February 01, 2014, 08:00:53 PM
  Div update, says it will be small until first or second week of march

February 02, 2014, 04:26:56 PM
  Says GHash.io is temporary and he has something in the works with Merlin to make it go away

February 09, 2014, 01:01:48 AM
  Div update.  says the 3 stragglers have paid off div overpayments. and the next week divs will be on monday.

February 25, 2014, 05:14:54 AM
  drops a whois link on Mt. Gox  . . . no text just the link
____________

Silence is deafening, people start to wonder if something happened to him. Coinseed questions are still unanswered.
then .   . .

____________

CHANGE IN PAYOUT RATE STRUCTURE

Cryptocurrencies, which includes Bitcoin, are relatively new to the world economic communities and its governments. Worldwide there continues to be almost daily announcements from governments regarding crypto currencies. Lab Rat Data Processing, a Limited Liability Company in the state of New Jersey, continues to monitor those announcements and the ever-changing laws and economic environments and how those laws impact cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, and in particular Lab Rat Data Processing. Most important to Lab Rat Data Processing are the ever-changing laws and/or announcements from the United States and its governmental agencies and the state of New Jersey and its governmental agencies.

Based upon recent developments in US and local laws, Lab Rat Data Processing, and their legal representatives, have determined a potential current or future problem with its current rate structure, which was originally intended as a variable rate payout. Therefore, Lab Rat Data Processing is amending its variable rate payout with a set rate payout of 100 MH/s per contract. This rate payout shall be for all current contract-holders and all future contract-holders.  Contemporaneous with the change from a varying rate payout to a set rate payout Lab_Rat will triple the amount of contracts held by all contract holders as of the date of March 8, 2014.  Therefore, for all current contract holders on their current contracts, the effective rate will be permanently set at 300 MH/s per contract.  All future contracts purchased will be at the new rate of 100MH/s.

Lab Rat Data Processing will continue to monitor developments for cryptocurrencies and Bitcoin in particular, seeking to maintain its current status as a leader in the Bitcoin community and to maintain compliance with US and New Jersey laws.

More information to come.



So to say this happened at a drop of the hat is complete bullshit.  For LR to say he knew the bonds weren't legal for 2-3 months, while running around and doing/saying all this is minimum bad business, imo.

What actually happened? I have no idea, there is little to follow up on any of these announcements.  most of the answers are "I can't really tell you" or "In the works, but I'm not allowed to give details" type answers.  The explosive announcement after a month of practical silence is absurd on a good day.  Never mind that the solution isn't even complete.

LR Please answer my due diligence questions.
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I could get behind that, especially if  we could see the blockchain activity from mining.  we would know exactly what was happening.

Some questions that would be nice to have answered concerning Due Diligence LR performed on executing the old bonds/contracts/mining shares (whatever we want to call them now) and the change to new ones:

  • What is the problem?
  • Did this problem suddenly happen? (I assume no, since you said you've been working on this for 2-3 months)
  • If not, why are we addressing it right now with partial solution?
  • Why didn't we address this earlier?
  • Why didn't we discuss the problem prior to taking action?
  • Can we have a copy of what the lawyers had to say on the issue and the solution?
  • What agency is exerting pressure on LRM, if any?
  • Why tell us the purchase of new hardware was going to give us 2 gh/s per share, if you already knew there were problems with the shares being legal?
  • Why sell more shares, if you already knew about this?

Bump
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I am still confused on why ANYTHING was said at all... LR could have waited until the "lawyers" cleared his communications with the bond holders... Still seems very fishy... With only the information presented from LR, I can't/don't buy it at all.  
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Well... if people are still into forming a mob...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rLJFgJ1GXsM

It sucks there is such a crap history with bitcoin investments turning into scams that people jump to accusations and threats at the drop of a hat at the first signs of trouble.  With the SOP being to eviscerate someone at the first signs of trouble, I'm astounded anyone even bothers trying to create bitcoin businesses anymore.
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All I have requested is zach's lawyers contact info, I gave him 3 days to respond. I have been completely reasonable.

You don't require Zach's lawyers details - you can send whatever panty wetting demands you want directly to Zach. But you would know this if you weren't just ignorantly posturing.
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All I have requested is zach's lawyers contact info, I gave him 3 days to respond. I have been completely reasonable.
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Zach please respond to my email request for your lawyers details. Any actions that are filed can be dropped the second you realise an equitable solution but your failure to disclose that information upon request from a shareholder is extremely suspect.

you clearly don't know how litigation works - you are obliged to give a reasonable opportunity for response before you begin "any actions" - Zach has asked for more time and explained why - your demands are unreasonable. stop making stupid threats.
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Zach please respond to my email request for your lawyers details. Any actions that are filed can be dropped the second you realise an equitable solution but your failure to disclose that information upon request from a shareholder is extremely suspect.
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