Brutal timing for this release considering they were probably sitting on it for a while
I disagree on that timing issue. Personally, and I have been very clear, I am not a trader and am long term investor. I would much rather have this release on a day like today so as to keep us from crashing. I look at the news as more confirmation that I have little to fear. The market can now absorb this fantastic developement and the SP can adjust accordingly in a more rational manner.
PS
Maybe 007 will be released on a up day for gold