Bungie again claiming something can't be done...
The database they have on their site is the same we use ingame. I mean, why would 2 databases be needed eh? At this point I get the feeling Bungie has no fucking idea what they are talking about.
Bungie has implemented some extremely advanced networking features in this game. The on-demand inventory management via API and stat tracking with such speeds is impressive and speaks volumes about the capabilities of their network infrastructure.
I'd understand you saying they can or should do more, but it's absurd to suggest they "have no idea what they're talking about". They've built a platform flexible enough to give us Loadouts, Tower Ghost, Destinystatus, Drstinytracker, Destinyghosthunter, and who knows what else.
I'm concerned about this but the API doesn't have a call for dismantling. Whatever is happening, if true, would involve some fairly invasive networking exploits. I trust they'll correct it.