Happy Birthday to the Hive Blockchain
Today marks a momentous occasion as we celebrate the 8th birthday of our beloved blockchain.
This announcement might sound late or strange to some because many of us just celebrated the fourth “anniversary” of the Hive on March 20th. But in fact, that date corresponds to the Hive "Forkday" as @arcange named it in his recent post, i.e. the day our community forked away from the now centralized and censored Steem blockchain.
As we revel in Hive's 8th birthday, it's imperative to remember our origins and how we've grown. Each line of code, each user interaction, and each community-led project has actively shaped the robust platform that Hive is today.
While consensus dictates that some infamous name shall never be said anymore, acknowledging our origins and remembering our history remains an essential homage to our journey.
When it all started
On March 24th, 2016, 8 years ago, Steemit Inc. launched a revolutionary new blockchain that combined technical, financial, and social concepts. The first block was signed on 2016-03-24 16:05:00 UTC, and within minutes the first accounts were created.
A mere six days following the genesis block, on 2016-03-30 18:30:18 UTC, the blockchain recorded its very first post. For sure it's not the best post in terms of quality content, but it paved the way for our content-sharing and social adventure.
July 2016 was the beginning of a "massive" arrival of new users following the first payouts. That's when people realized that they could actually monetize their content.
For nearly four years, passionate individuals, developers, bloggers, and investors alike enlisted in this grand adventure.
You can't buy a community!
We were then confronted with our greatest hurdle: a hostile takeover attempt maneuvered by Justin Sun, with the help of exchanges, including Binance. This ordeal brought about censorship and the theft of our members' assets.
Yet, our community rallied with unwavering determination to protect the principles we hold dear. This culminated in the decision to separate ourselves from this rotten entity and take control of our destiny by forking the steem blockchain.
8 Years Of History - 4 Years Of Freedom and Innovation
Most of the major projects that had previously been initiated on steem left the ship to join Hive and continue to operate safely.
The old blockchain has not seen any major changes while Hive has continued on its own path with many new features, continuous improvements and innovation over the years.
This commitment to innovation and growth is what sets Hive apart from other blockchain platforms and is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our community. This growth has been fueled by the success of many applications and projects like @splinterlands, @leofinance, @peakd, @ecency, @threespeak, @dbuzz, @liketu, @psyberx, @crypto-shots.com, @actifit, @waivio, @muterra, @wrestorgonline, @hashkings, ... to name a few of them.
Happy Birthday Hive!
It is this long history of 8 years and all that we have achieved that we want to celebrate with you today. Among us remain the original vanguards and diehards, steadfast in their commitment to Hive, whose loyalty and accumulated wisdom continue to enrich our community today.
It is therefore in tribute to them and with pride that we celebrate the 8th anniversary of our decentralized blockchain.
If you registered your account on the Hive blockchain 8 years ago, you will automatically receive this badge from @HiveBuzz. You can proudly reuse it in your post to show your fellow Hivers you are a Hive Veteran.
For those who joined us recently, you will have to be patient. But do not worry, on each of your anniversary of your sign-up on the blockchain, you will also receive a nice badge.
We wish you a Happy 8th Hive Birthday!
The Hivebuzz Team
Congratulations on your eight years of experience. 🎉🙋🏾♀️🇻🇪😃🫂❤️🎈😌
Congratulations and happy birthday to you my dear @hivebuzz 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰.
This 8 years have been fun 😁🦊👍👍👌🥁... lets hope next 8 years come more bigger 😏👍🥁🥁🥁
See you in 8 years@foxkoit 😆
Happy Hive Birthday!
Congratulations!🥳🥳🥳🎂🥂💃💃
oh baby happy birthday. I've missed many years but I will be here for the rest as long as hive exists ; ;
We're looking forward to celebrating many more Hive birthdays with you. Keep buzzing @shawnnft!
Congratulations to all, Because we help the growth and positioning of the platform.
Congratulations to the hive community
Amazing 😍
Happy birthday to our very own Blockchain
Long live hive
Cool, is there any way you can start posting the Hive Statistics again? Some of us rely on that to make more informed decisions.
thanks
I guess these comments are aimed at me. Yes, it's on my to-do list.
I joined a few months later and it's been an amazing journey. It's sad that the original chain got corrupted (and still censors me), but we have something better now. Thanks to all those who made that happen and keep it running.
!BEER
Yeah, it's unfortunate what happened with the original chain, but it led us to where we are now - a stronger and better community.
Cheers! 🍻
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It's never too late to join and your contributions and presence in the Hive community are valued. Happy Hive Birthday!
!WINE
Feliz cumpleaños Hive
Happy 8th HIVE Birthday 🥳🥳
Wow, it's good to know this history and I'm glad to have made it here.
Happy Birthday To Hive.
Thank you for being a part of our community. Happy Hive Birthday @luchyl!
Congratulations to all!
Do you know why ned flagged it?
Flagged what?
That first post.
No idea to be honest. Maybe he wanted to try the "flag" feature.
He was a little late.
What would have happened to me if I had known Hive 8 years ago, but I had the pleasure of meeting her and being active a little over 2 years ago, I am proud to be part of all this great work, Happy Birthday Hive! ❤️
You would have received your 8th Hive Birthday badge sooner 😀
Anyway, we are glad to see you are part of our community. Happy Hive Birthday @ydaiznfts
Congratulations
What a fun post! I enjoyed reading the brief beginnings and the 'why' Hive came to be. It's important to celebrate with purpose.
Happy Hive Birthday!
Thank you @asynckronism
(just non verbal)
I always appreciate Hive. I joined the blockchain in 2016 so it's been one hell of a ride :)
I was a bit late to join, dont feel myself veteran... but on another hand, as I am here since 2019... must be an old-timer?..
Congratulations. Interesting journey through the history of Hive. Thanks to all those who dared to make timely decisions. Today, those of us who have just arrived can enjoy the benefits of #Hive.
Thank you @graciadegenios. Happy Hive Birthday!
Happy 8th hive birthday to our dearest Blockchain. Cheers
Congratulations Hive! Congratulations everyone!
Happy birthday. 🍾🥂
Congratulations🥳🥳🥳
Happy celebration, everyone!
I remember the enthusiasm of those first years. Now that we have proven the HIVE community's strength and built a legacy, how can we regain that initial enthusiasm?
The best way to regain that initial enthusiasm is by continuously innovating and improving the platform, fostering a supportive and engaging community, celebrating small victories, and most importantly, remembering why we all joined Hive in the first place. We should also focus on promoting Hive to new users and highlighting its unique features and benefits.
Waoh, what a coincidence! March 24 happen to be my birthday too. So I share something in common with hive. Nice having the history of Hive forebears. Thank you @acrcange and @hivebuzz. We look forward to fruitful years to come. 🌹♥️🍾
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Happy Birthday @oasiskp2! 🎉🎈🎂🎉🎈
What a wonderful coincidence that you share your special day with Hive.
We're glad to have you as part of our community. Here's to many more successful years ahead for both you and Hive!
!BEER
I appreciate your contributions greatly, my grace and strength to you guys.
!CTP
So cool; Happy late Birthday to you @oasiskp2 , I hope you had and passed a wonderful day and good time, big hugs 😇🍰
Yeah, it was a good feeling
!ALIVE
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Happy birthday hive! what a great history.😊
Es agradable conocer la historia de Hive, y me siento realmente feliz de celebrar este aniversario con ustedes 🍻🥳
Feliz Hive aniversario @eumelysm
Wow! This is super amazing!
8 years ain't a joke👌
Congratulations to everyone 👏👏👏
Feliz cumpleaños. Que maravilloso el inicio de Hive y todo lo que ha crecido en la plataforma... Estoy feliz, orgullosa y agradecida de estar aquí con ustedes creciendo juntos, cada uno a su ritmo. Seguiremos unidos hasta el fin celebrando los próximos cumpleaños con la esperanza de que sean mejores. Que sigan cosechando éxitos y logros... Saludos y bendiciones...❤️🤗
Happy birthday Hive 💙🎂👏💜🙂
Congrats, is very nice to grow up as you have done. Go ahead!!! ♥️🌹🙏
Happy birthday 🎈
Congratulations on your eight years🥳🥳🥳
Congrats to everyone who've stayed here for so long!
Happy Anniversary... I'm approaching my 7th Anniversary in May...
Looking forward to celebrating that with you @pocketechange
It may be my last month... So few people seem interested in what I write about... You'd think everyone would be interested in a Monetary Correction...
Happy Anniversary. 🤗
I loved this post. It acknowledges the value from the beginning of the blockchain and points out that disastrous event that we can never forget, because it goes against the whole philosophy of Hive and its growing and vibrant community.
Big hug and thank you very much for this reminder.
Hug back to you @nanixxx 🤗
A wonderful post celebrating HiveBuzz's eighth anniversary, highlighting the journey and achievements of the Hive community. This is a testament to the growth of the platform and the vibrant ecosystem created by its users. Wishing you many more years of innovation, collaboration, and overall success at Hive! I'm glad to be a part of this 🎉🐝
Happy birthday to my namesake Hive. I also had my birthday on March 24. What a nice coincidence.
That's indeed a wonderful coincidence! Happy belated birthday to you as well @tibaire. 🎈🎂🎈
It's great to share such a special day with the Hive community.
Thank You!
Happy birthday HIVE!!
😽
Happy birthday 🎊🎊
Happy birthday to hive
This has been the best platform ever
I'm glad to be a member of this amazing community
Cheers to more fruitful years and years of changing lives
Bravo!
Dear @arcange, I liked the approach given to this anniversary of our hive. I had the opportunity to go through the previous platform. The difference is notorious, the achievements, abysmal. So I feel we have not ploughed in the sea, on the contrary, we have sown to strengthen our #hive. More achievements will come, and I hope to be part of them. Greetings and love, Happy Anniversary to all!🎂🎂
Thank you @numa26
Congratulations!!! 🎉🎉🎉
Happy birthday to this great blockchain ❤️
Long life and prosperity is assured
God bless your new age
Well worth celebrating 🥂🎂
Happy 8th bday HIVE (my favorite place) I have my 8th bday here in June 😜 crazy how time pass by fast and what a journey its been.
Love you HIVE 💕
Tackled the hurdles head on, with little debate the move was made.
Happy birthday to all, thankfully we on the same page. Build, create and grow!
Happy Birthday 🥳
Happy 8th birthday to the Hive Blockchain! 🎉 It's incredible to reflect on the journey from its origins to the vibrant community it is today. Here's to celebrating the dedication, innovation, and resilience of the Hive community. Cheers to many more years of success and growth! 🐝 #HiveBirthday
Wow hive.blog is 8 years is this amazing to know.
Muchas felicidades por este octavo aniversario de Hive amigos. Para mí es un honor formar parte de esta familia.
Happy 8th birthday. Growth superseding now is what I prayed.
Uppermost is uppermost.
Happiest birthday 😋😊😊
Wow. I did not know much about this forking story, only that there was "a break from another blockchain." I agree it's not a good plan to regularly talk about the person who shall remain nameless or negative things.. However, it is important to mark your history, write it down, share the events and wisdom you garnered from it. I appreciate this post a ton. Please share more historical pieces like this. I would be interested to hear a few more details. And happy birthday!
You can read the full story here
Happy birthday!!! 🎉🥳
Happy birthday to the global home platform.
Čestitam! Srećno, uspešno i dugovečno! 🎈🎶✨
Happy Birthday Hive! and may the successes continue! 🙏❤️
Happy BDAY To our Wonderful Platform; The New World 💞🎂