TechCrunch Not Attending Launch Conference

So, this is basically all speculation based on the fact that no Techcrunch writer has applied for press credentials? How does this compare to other conferences?

It seems to me that Arrington doesn't really give a damn after getting acquired, and Calacanis is fanning the flames to create controversy/get attention.

The other explanation is that AOL acquired TechCrunch in part for the lucrative and growing conference business, and is putting pressure on its writers to play down the importance of a direct competitor. Again, no facts, just conjecture.

I don't know enough about Arrington to pass judgment, but I'm instinctively wary of any piece that tries to frame any controversy as a black and white battle of good vs. evil.

Why does the paragraph repeat three times? Is there no one proofreading this before hitting submit?

"If there are no TechCrunch writers registered then clearly Mr Arrington is deliberately boycotting the conference and that means he is also likely to be adding to his Enemies List, the companies and people that have supported Launch. This means people such as Dave McClure, Chris Sacca, Kevin Rose, George Zachery and others, are on that list. "

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That's quite a bit to infer and assert. There are too many other possible explanations for the most damning to rise to the top so easily.

Does anyone have contact information for Jason? I'd love to get a hold of him.