@Mashable not for sale?

Pete Cashmore released the following statement on his blog today discussing the future of my favorite home page.

official statement:

While commenting on speculation isn’t something I’ve done in the past, I think it would be nice to keep our community in the loop as much as we can on recent Mashable-related rumors. And with our writers on the ground at CES this week, I think it’s especially important to keep our focus on the real news.

We’re very open to partnerships and always talk with those that get in touch. We’ve certainly spoken to lots of potential partners, some of those conversations more significant than others. But I don’t feel that any of those conversations reached a point at which Mashable is likely to cease being independent.

—Pete

Here, there, or anywhere - I dig mashable ... just stay true to your roots Pete. Money is fun, but authenticity is priceless.

Thanks to writers iTozy & FuglyCharlie for spreading the news while I was traveling to CES. #NerdsUnite