I have no perspective on the merits of these claims, but the approach smells a bit off. 1. Make a name as a whistleblower 2. Invite further insiders to volunt

I have no perspective on the merits of these claims, but the approach smells a bit off. 1. Make a name as a whistleblower 2. Invite further insiders to volunteer new negative stories 3. Solicit "the right people" to fund your operation The concern here is insider trading. It's implied that funding contributors (Tesla shorts) may receive preferential access to negative news stories. Edit: insider trading is not the correct legal term. Extortion perhaps? Which law would prevent them from just coming out and saying "fund us and get the scoop on bad news for Tesla"?