If direct investments pick up again (they've stagnated) we'll most definitely implement a 1.2-1.3x multiplier to earnings. We're not closing off stage 1 or splitting it up.
Specifically
promoting direct investments now that escrow is available is
shady to say the least.
Obviously this plays off of peoples greed and fears.
"I could make more money if I pay him directly!" and "He's offering escrow now so that must mean he is legit".
Rewarding people for taking unnecessary risks is foolish as it perpetuates the mentality that leads to many people being scammed. If anything the people that payed into escrow should be rewarded more for making smart decisions. This is how real life works. Smart decisions are more rewarding than stupid ones.