itmiller:
I worked as a freelancer for BFL and i can act as escrow for your 30k. If they don't ship the ASICs out, you'll of course get your btc back. I'm involved in the hardware part of the project(electrical and housing design), not the ASIC circuit design but I trust the project and the people behind it. I already have invested too much real money&time to just stop and rip anyone off. Contact me in pm if you're interested. I'll provide you with my ID and other verifications in private.