This chart is actually super helpful. It gives concrete proof to the argument I've been trying to make: the rewards garnered on this platform will always be tied to the level of active users and the level of quality of their posts on average.
I think the sooner we Hive denizens accept this and begin to take it into consideration going forward, the better.
Exactly. It’s a fundamental issue of incentive alignment. While a dedicated core will always contribute out of passion, mass adoption requires mass incentives,which are currently lacking. Many will say "don't think about earnings, do it for the sake of it", but that mindset doesn't scale. Ultimately, price action, ease of use, and platform perception are what actually bring people through the door, encouraging long-term holding and active participation.