This is a first early step to mass adoption of blockchain technology. Blockchain Platforms and ICOs are enabling the transition into a self governed "open source" world economy.
Through steemit and other blockchain technology, content creators, developers and soon enough local businesses will profit from a self governed community of stakeholders appreciating the value they bring to their ecosystem.
Welcome to the future.
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