This could be an interesting discussion.. in my point of view the occurrence of manipulation does not mean we are not in a free market.. as in un-free markets governments and other authorities can manipulate markets by setting specific rules and procedures as wall as central banks intervening (this is exactly whats happening at traditional financial markets atm).. private players actually can more easily manipulate completely free markets as there are no rules and no authority.. free markets is not equal to fair markets
yes.. for sure SBD its highly manipulated.. should be a free gift for every project.hope and steem member... enjoy while it lasts! it will end for sure sooner than later!