Hi
I think this is a very interesting idea. One of the big things always touted as an indicator of value is utility. I think it is a good idea to look outside the platform with an idea of creating a new use cases for the platform, which can increase value long term.
If you are able to bring polls “in house” you may also get new business from with our own blockchain as different projects try to better serve their members.
I think the fact there are one million plus accounts on Steemit and growing is a good reason for Advertisers to look here to potentially advertise their product.
Since the users here already have demonstrated some computer sophistication and disposable income this place becomes more attractive in terms of directed advertisements.
If the Advertisers grasp the added value of polls also being an ‘infomercial” a commercial advertisement disguised as or serving the dual purpose of both educating and advertising or in this case polling and advertising this Tribe becomes an even better place to conduct these polls.
I also think that an advertiser could easily purchase 1 million RHB to reward posters and depending on how much is hodled and how much is sold back into the market this could slowly improve the price. As new advertisers join and purchase RHB we could see this process repeat itself, but of course there are no guarantees.
I am going to add however at this point in development, I am very glad that the focus is still on building the community inside here and attracting outsiders to the platform and the Tribe. This long term view is reassuring to me, as we know price is reflective of market forces which can be independent of value or potential. However knowing that the project leadership is brainstorming use cases and thinking outside our “Steem Box” is a good.
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