Bitcoin people are the most skeptical in the world. I understand why too but give him a chance. He is investing money, time and reputation. He is not a stupid man.
He is using his reputation to brag only. Making me think about Lady gaga
Its not even comparable. If he promised something for the near future and he didn't keep his promise , he won't have any good reputation left. I personally never seen anything from him that make disbelieve him. 20th January is in three days so we should wait and see how things goes and judge later.