For traders there has been plenty of opportunity for making money on NTL through the highs and lows.
For investors who purchased at .5 cents they are okay
For everyone else it is about risk and reward. If you do not think there is a chance of making money then do not buy NTL shares. I honestly do wonder why there is so much effort trying to "save"people from investing their money in a highly speculative share. That is what this game is about.
If you want certainty then keep your money in the bank