Quote from: CompNsci on August 28, 2013, 05:46:09 PM

... Based on all past experience one would expect that they would continue to withdraw in a reasonable timeframe, say, 2-3 business days. 8 weeks isn't even close to a "reasonable" timeframe.

What part of they don't control the entire transfer process don't people understand? Mt.Gox must work with other banks to transfer fiat. The old legacy banking system is lethargic, inefficient, cumbersome and over regulated. That's a reason Bitcoin is so valuable.

If you want to transfer bitcoins to/from Mt.Gox, something they can completely handle without middlemen, what is the timeframe? Nearly instant.

I suspect if you are willing to visit Japan and request fiat in person they can accommodate you in speedy fashion too. Apparently Japanese withdrawals are processed in a single day.