Respectfully, giving safe harbor to those looking to even mildly misrepresent their businesses is a slippery slope.

The startup community (founders + investors) should consider establishing clear standards for conveying graphs and data, so they consistently, clearly and ethically convey honest and useful information.

For example, such standards might require that a non-standard aspect ratio or zoomed-in view must include a magnifying lens or other agreed-upon icon, so readers are alerted.