The Core Of What Is Taking Place Right Now
(Edited)
The events over the past couple weeks are pitting two sides: those for decentralization versus those who are against it. The crypto community seems to be supporting the Steem community. This makes sense since most, no matter what chain they are on, prefer decentralization.
In this video I cover what is taking place and how important this is.
PLUS: MAKE SURE YOU VOTE FOR THE TOP WITNESSES WITH ICONS NEXT TO THEIR NAMES. THE TRON WITNESSES DO NOT HAVE THEM.
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Marky is in.
Can I set you to my recovery account?
I can't trust steemit anymore.
I was just thinking about this. Can you change who it is set to?
yeah you can change this on steemworld.org/@sepracore
Thanks!
no problem bro, the dude abides
I dont know the answer to that.
What about the Steemit wallet for the DEX?
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@edicted - Has anyone written about this? I would like to know more information so that I can make changes if necessary.
Marky has made it up to 6th. Ausbitbank is very close to starting to move up...
The most important takeaway in all of this is that even the smallest vote counts here. Having tens of thousands of voices support each witness sends the message that decentralization is supported by communities, not just by a handful of big players...
The "model" for what we are heading towards seems to be a lot like a farmer's market... it's a central point owned by all the contributors... and the producers are all "decentralized,"and the market itself doesn't actually own anything... but it facilitates community and economies of scale.
=^..^=
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@tipu curate
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The tronnies vs. the steemies
Decentralization vs Centralization.
Community vs Communism.
Free speech vs approved speech.
These are some of the battles being fought here and now. What happens here, will echo.
I'm not interested in voting or letting anyone vote for me.
That said, I support the Steem community and blockchain, far more than the centralized takeover by Tron. Everything I had in the crypto world is in STEEM, and I know it's not much, but that's 3 years of hard work, and several thousand dollars invested. Current value is less than a grand but it's all I got. Hoping not to lose it, too.
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Are the central crypto exchanges loaning out, spending, and leasing the money people are holding there? In other words, are they just as bad as the central banks (fiat exchanges)?
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No they arent loaning it out (as far as I know).
What they did here is they had STEEM on their exchange, where they are the custodians of it, powered it up, and then voted for Tron's witnesses. Thus, they took tokens that were not theirs, locked them up for 13 weeks, and got involved in governance of the blockchain.
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Oh, they transferred people's money from their exchange (where it was agreed to be stored) to private Steem blockchain accounts? That's close to theft.
I made my votes count. Our platform built by our communities. Hostile takeover my ASS....
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@taskmaster4450 i believe that everyone of us ought to support decentralization because it will work better for the steem blockchain....
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Summary:
In this video, Task discusses the ongoing struggle within the STEAM community to maintain decentralization in the face of attempted takeovers by larger entities, particularly the Tron Foundation led by Justin Sun. He highlights the importance of community involvement in voting for witnesses to ensure the blockchain remains decentralized. Task emphasizes the need for unity within the community to protect against potential attacks and stresses the significance of decentralization in the broader cryptocurrency world. He mentions specific projects within the STEAM ecosystem that are working towards decentralization, like SteamLeo and 3Speak.
Detailed Article:
Task delves into the significant efforts being made within the STEAM community to combat centralization attempts by the Tron Foundation. The grassroots movement to vote for specific witnesses is identified as a crucial tactic to maintain the decentralized nature of the blockchain. He underscores the importance of community engagement and unity in thwarting external takeovers and upholding decentralization principles.
The discussion revolves around the broader implications of the struggle for decentralization, not just within the STEAM community but also in the cryptocurrency realm at large. Task points out the contrast between decentralized and centralized entities, with a focus on the potential threats posed by larger organizations and government bodies to the crypto space. By illustrating the challenges faced by the community, he emphasizes the need for unity and resilience in the face of looming threats.
Task sheds light on specific projects and platforms within the STEAM ecosystem that exemplify the principles of decentralization, such as SteamLeo and 3Speak. These projects are highlighted as beacons of decentralization within the community, working towards creating a more distributed and resilient ecosystem. The emphasis on decentralized exchanges and diverse platforms is underscored as a means to minimize single points of failure and enhance resilience against potential attacks.
Moreover, Task emphasizes the strategic nature of the battle for decentralization, likening it to a chess game that requires careful maneuvering and strategic collaboration. The community's role in defending against centralization attempts is articulated as paramount, with a call to action for individuals to actively participate in maintaining decentralization.
In conclusion, Task underscores the historical significance of the ongoing struggle for decentralization within the STEAM community, framing it as foundational work for the future of the crypto space. He encourages community members to engage in the voting process for witnesses and advocates for a strong, united front to uphold decentralization principles amidst external pressures.