I don't expect that we will get any information about whatever happened with the funds for quite a while.
But I personally expect that he in this month will make an announcement about the "alternative methods" he have been talking about.
Ukyo also recently said on IRC that he is "hoping to have the details of the plans solidified soon".
Mmmmh, that delicious smell of BS
Still the best bet to get something back at the moment. Everything other includes very big waiting time and can be done anytime later too.