1.6 btc sent from 1P4yWhXx7FKtWiGJYZuX5CNEm126iSFuZg
txid: be43ed602e62726d9e83d0ca08b2f3caab880461f0d7edb645c6f753b4664273
Not sure about the signing stuff. That needed, too?
Nope, you're all set. Usually I'll only ask you to sign a message if you want to change your shipping address. Cheers, Garrett |
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I was recently contacted by Garr to remove my negative trust rating for him. I declined, based on the "could have lost" clause. I would recommend the original two highest bidders to consider this action.
That is false. I requested you to change the "btc risked" from 2 to zero, because you never had any btc at risk. I respect your decision not to change it despite the fact that I disagree with it. I agree that trust takes a lifetime to build, and only a few posts to obliterate. |
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Aw, man. Didn't notice the price increase to .2, yet. I don't have that much to put in for 16 chips. No way to get the .1 rate, still?
The price increase will become effective at 00:00 on Sunday the 23rd. Cheers |
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2fauth via MMS is simply not doable with everyone on the forum who is not in the US. Google Auth is the way to go.
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I was pretty sure the whole Garr issue with first orders was resolved pages ago. Turned out some FPGA orders prior to release were converted to ASICs, keeping their place in the queue before any preorders were placed.
Also, as I recall, BFL originally used BitInstant prior to their issue with being hacked, then switched to BitPay. Anyone able to confirm or deny?
Bitinstant is not a commercial payment processor; they are a currency converter. Unless they had some kind of private deal worked out that was not made public that wouldn't be possible. |
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I enjoy posts by Matthew and Atlas. (Atlas may have been an alternate account of Matthew's, but nobody has proved it either way.) The most recent thing between Goat and Matthew regarding the Avalon share is hilarious  |
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I've been around about as long as gweedo, and I found out about bitcoin in November of 2010 by going to the website http://c.cc/Unfortunately I just said to myself "ohh that's cool" and didn't take any action on it until the next year when bitcoin got some more publicity. I'm glad I've been around as long as I have  It's been a great time and I can't wait to see where bitcoin goes from here! |
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HE SAID HE'S SORRY, WTF dood!!!
Looks like everyone misses the part where he also gave 5 BTC to the victims. Just fyi I am a victim, and can say I have gotten 0 coins and no pm telling me im able to get 5coins. I will publicly state that if he wants to send me 5btc they can be sent to 1EcysP9UmvyW1zdD75noVdb8BVaRA7ZC8h The above address is also linked to my otc ratings . Again, I sincerely apologize for my mistake and I am glad that I am financially able to overcompensate for the mistake. Regards |
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I did a test wire out of gox almost a week ago, still nothing. After I saw the news I bought btc with all remaining fiat and cleared out my account. The suspension of USD withdrawals certainly explains the price rise...
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Quick aside: How was Garr planning on hosting miners for others when he's planning on attending college this fall? If he lives on campus, he'll be breaking code regulations by operating miners that won't have UL tags.
Real question is, why is Garr planning on attending college this fall anyway? After this thread is done, any employer doing a background check on Garrett Ian McDonald is going to come across this site and know that the little shit is untrustworthy. Unless North Idaho is a farmer's college, I'd say use that tuition money to make everyone on here hole and spend the rest on a good, solid name change. May I suggest Ian Garrett McLovin? Many people trust me with more money than most people my age can fathom. That's not in the least of my concerns. It truly saddens me that you think me bidding up those auctions deserves a lifetime of flipping burgers. And to respond to Phinnaeus (Who I respect a good deal BTW): I will be leasing a portion of a facility staffed by DC techs who will be able to manage the physical aspect of the operation. I will be able to do everything I need to remotely. Now, this really pisses me off, Garr. How the hell am I suppose to continue when you're being kind to me? Depending on your course of study in college, you may not have to work for a traditional employer, probably working for yourself. Sadly for you, there's still others still sticking it up you butt over this unfortunate episode. I'll only add fuel to the fire if I see a bonfire. BTW, this is all Josh's fault  , but you're in no position to concur. No need for Josh, either, to weigh in on this comment. He did do the right thing. As far as for a scammer tag, I feel that there is no way you should get one. Reason being is that it's been stipulated that that aspect has been abolished. In fact, it was mainly that reason that I kinda reneged on my $200 USD donation to Josh/BFL, having no fear of getting tagged. I have since re-reversed that decision and will be honoring it, but it'll be on my terms. But I digress. Later, bud. PS: I came damn near to tearing your apology to pieces, but now can't, you fuckin' lucky bastard.  I always aim to work for myself I had a job at a diemaking (ultra-precise machining) shop, where I learned a ton, and operated machines that if I screwed up would cost tens of thousands to repair. Then my time became more valuable to myself than the wage they were paying, so I phased myself out. I never plan to receive a paycheck again (unless it's from an entity that I own ) Love you too, Phinn. (you know, in a semi-sarcastic, friendly, and certainly nowhere even remotely close to gay way.) |
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@Garr
There is nothing wrong with greed but there is a hell of a lot of wrong in being dishonest.
I concur 100%. Honesty is something that I, and most people (I would hope) value over everything else. You have no idea how disappointed I am in myself for proving that I can be dishonest. |
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My logic is, reward those who are honest and punish those who are not. The difference between a scammer and someone who makes a mistake is the person making a mistake got caught.
Fixed it for you. Do you think Garr would have come forward if Inaba (of all people) hadn't called him out? I can answer that for you: No, I wouldn't have. I will also tell you this: Ever since falsely bidding up that auction I've felt dirty. I hate that feeling, and from that point of view, I am glad I got caught and fessed up. It's a feeling I never wish to return to. |
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i support this stance as well. Garr has shown that other than these few instances of shill bidding to be a competent addition to the forum and a pretty honest individual. 9/10 people would have lied there ass off. I respect him for admitting it and promising to make it right. I'm sure his two victtims in the shill bid will respect him for making it right and apologizing as well.
Thank you for understanding my situation; I hope most people agree with your point of view. |
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coinsquirrel: I have built up relationships with a good number of people outside this forum, yes in real life, that still trust me just as much after having read this, and have vocally said so.
I'm really disappointed that you see me so lowly, because that's not who I am. Josh did force that apology, and I've been scared shitless for the past two days that either he was going to cancel my orders or I was going to lose my respect here, so that is why I tried to delay this inevitable outcome. Again, I apologize for what I've done and I know it was wrong. Good people make mistakes, I believe I am proof of that.
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Rampion: I'm saddened that you don't think I'm worthy of participating in the community because of one blatantly stupid mistake. I've never done anything else wrong and do not plan to ever again. Hi all, First, I apologize for taking too long to attempt to resolve this situation. I've been extremely frustrated with myself all day. I have been regretting what I have done since the moment I did it. I hereby confess to bidding up my own auctions using the "Werner" forum handle. This is despicable, I know. I did this out of pure greed. Scamming anyone was not the priority, getting a few extra measly bitcoins for Cognitive's auction was my goal. I have always acted in the best interest of Cognitive, because I know, believe, and practice my fiduciary duty which comes as a result of handling others' assets. I want everyone to know that I will continue doing my best to run the company, the same as I always have. My track record on the forum has been flawless before this incident, and that's what hurts me most. I'm disgusted with myself when people are questioning whether they can trust me now. Although some may view this as a petty offence (as I did previously), I do not any longer. As an attempt to at least partially make up for my wrongdoing, I am offering each of the participants in the auction, starsoccer9 and Vezunchik, BTC5 of my own personal funds, which more than makes up for the financial loss due false bids in the auction. I realize that what I have done is unacceptable, and I do deeply regret it. Being an optimist, I can't help but try to take something positive away from a given situation. I believe that because of this incident I will make an effort to be that much better of a person. Everyone who I have interacted with aside from these auction participants, and Josh Zerlan (Inaba), would agree with me when I tell you: I strive to be a person of high moral conduct. I apologize to everyone for letting greed get in my way. I know trust takes ages to build, and a few posts to destroy. I hope that everyone will acknowledge my past, and see that I have never acted in an externally malicious way, and have always been transparent, friendly, and courteous in all of my dealings with fellow forum members. Know that I am a man of my word: when I say I will do something, I do it. I regret bidding up the auction greatly. Please know that I have never scammed anyone nor have I stolen anything. I have done tons (probably well over 100) transactions of physical items with users of this forum and not one has gone sour. In most of them the other party was the one who had to trust me. Again, I sincerely regret what I have done and I apologize for doing it. The small sum of bitcoins I gained from this (until I pay the auction bidders back) was certainly not worth the tarnished reputation. Never again will I allow myself to do something so crooked. Sincerely,
Garrett |
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It takes a big man to admit and apologize. Good on you Garrett.
Thanks. PS. I appreciate the humor in your profile picture It cheered me up a bit. |
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Quick aside: How was Garr planning on hosting miners for others when he's planning on attending college this fall? If he lives on campus, he'll be breaking code regulations by operating miners that won't have UL tags.
Real question is, why is Garr planning on attending college this fall anyway? After this thread is done, any employer doing a background check on Garrett Ian McDonald is going to come across this site and know that the little shit is untrustworthy. Unless North Idaho is a farmer's college, I'd say use that tuition money to make everyone on here hole and spend the rest on a good, solid name change. May I suggest Ian Garrett McLovin? Many people trust me with more money than most people my age can fathom. That's not in the least of my concerns. It truly saddens me that you think me bidding up those auctions deserves a lifetime of flipping burgers. And to respond to Phinnaeus (Who I respect a good deal BTW): I will be leasing a portion of a facility staffed by DC techs who will be able to manage the physical aspect of the operation. I will be able to do everything I need to remotely. |
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You did the right thing. I respect that.
Thank you. |
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Hi all, First, I apologize for taking too long to attempt to resolve this situation. I've been extremely frustrated with myself all day. I have been regretting what I have done since the moment I did it. I hereby confess to bidding up my own auctions using the "Werner" forum handle. This is despicable, I know. I did this out of pure greed. Scamming anyone was not the priority, getting a few extra measly bitcoins for Cognitive's auction was my goal. I have always acted in the best interest of Cognitive, because I know, believe, and practice my fiduciary duty which comes as a result of handling others' assets. I want everyone to know that I will continue doing my best to run the company, the same as I always have. My track record on the forum has been flawless before this incident, and that's what hurts me most. I'm disgusted with myself when people are questioning whether they can trust me now. Although some may view this as a petty offence (as I did previously), I do not any longer. As an attempt to at least partially make up for my wrongdoing, I am offering each of the participants in the auction, starsoccer9 and Vezunchik, BTC5 of my own personal funds, which more than makes up for the financial loss due false bids in the auction. I realize that what I have done is unacceptable, and I do deeply regret it. Being an optimist, I can't help but try to take something positive away from a given situation. I believe that because of this incident I will make an effort to be that much better of a person. Everyone who I have interacted with aside from these auction participants, and Josh Zerlan (Inaba), would agree with me when I tell you: I strive to be a person of high moral conduct. I apologize to everyone for letting greed get in my way. I know trust takes ages to build, and a few posts to destroy. I hope that everyone will acknowledge my past, and see that I have never acted in an externally malicious way, and have always been transparent, friendly, and courteous in all of my dealings with fellow forum members. Know that I am a man of my word: when I say I will do something, I do it. I regret bidding up the auction greatly. Please know that I have never scammed anyone nor have I stolen anything. I have done tons (probably well over 100) transactions of physical items with users of this forum and not one has gone sour. In most of them the other party was the one who had to trust me. Again, I sincerely regret what I have done and I apologize for doing it. The small sum of bitcoins I gained from this (until I pay the auction bidders back) was certainly not worth the tarnished reputation. Never again will I allow myself to do something so crooked. Sincerely,
Garrett |
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In regards to topic: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=236794.0Pastebin: http://pastebin.com/jncKZMpzHey BFL. Heard you went behind CloudFlare because some internet tough guys became interested in your servers. Well, CloudFlare won't really offer much protection since you pissed me off through your blatant, public disrespect for Garr. As an *anonymous* customer of BFL (guess that is required or for sure my pre-orders will as well be threatened?) I refuse to just allow this offense to go unnoticed. At the very least you will have a lot more shit to deal with now. Should have just kept on a smile and followed the American mantra, "The customer is always right."
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