Here we go again. I saw this coming:

https://www.gearnews.com/mutable-instruments-no-new-modules-...

Yes, Gillet has a history announcing ceasing development and production. Just read 'Have we been here before?', and also the last comment.

I bet people already asked Gillet directly if B's announcement contributed. I don't know, a) i don't care about vendor / personality cults, and b) their forums are gone.