It's all speculation, but isn't this just a coordinated move by management to reward themselves a little?  I mean they just granted another 4.8 million options again in April, so that further secures their futures, what's the harm in receiving some compensation for a job well done so far?  Is it really a statement on future prospects or merely a pay check, after all salaries aren't obscene and we've reached a point where people deserve a "bonus" let's call it.  My only concern is how this impacts near term news flow and short term price action, any perceived negativity is bad for my investment in the now.  Other than that, much ado.....